Killing At The Track: The Jeri Howard Mystery Series

Suspense, mystery, and a race against time! Dive into the thrilling world of private investigator Jeri Howard as she uncovers the truth behind a deadly incident in the high-stakes world of horse racing. In Killing At The Track, the latest instalment of the acclaimed Jeri Howard mystery series, author Janet Dawson delivers yet another captivating story brimming with intrigue and unexpected twists.

The Plot

The story revolves around the murder of a prominent racehorse owner, Carter Matheson, at the renowned Bay Meadows racetrack. Tasked with uncovering the truth, Jeri Howard finds herself immersed in a dangerous web of deception, rivalry, and hidden motives.

As she delves deeper into the case, Jeri encounters a colorful cast of characters, including jockeys, trainers, and horse owners, each with their own secrets to protect. Uncovering the truth becomes a race in itself, as Jeri follows leads, untangles lies, and navigates the treacherous world of horse racing.

A Killing At The Track (The Jeri Howard Series Book 9)

by Janet Dawson(Kindle Edition)

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3867 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	418 pages

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The Protagonist - Jeri Howard

Jeri Howard is a feisty and determined private investigator with a keen eye for detail. With her sharp wit and unyielding determination, she sets out to expose the truth behind Matheson's murder. Her tenacity and true-to-life nature make her a compelling character who readers can't help but root for.

The Setting - Bay Meadows Racetrack

Located in San Mateo, California, the Bay Meadows racetrack serves as a captivating backdrop for the story. Dawson expertly depicts the glamorous world of horse racing while also exploring its dark underbelly - a world filled with rivalries, gambling, and high-stakes bets. The author's attention to detail brings the racetrack to life, immersing readers in its sights, sounds, and tensions.

Themes and Twists

As with any good mystery, Killing At The Track delves into themes of betrayal, greed, and the lengths people will go to protect their interests. Dawson masterfully weaves a complex web of secrets and surprises, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as they attempt to piece together the puzzle alongside Jeri Howard.

The story is filled with unexpected twists and turns, ensuring that every page is rife with tension and suspense. Just when you think you have it all figured out, Dawson pulls the rug from under you, leaving you breathless and eager to unravel the next clue.

Killing At The Track is a must-read for fans of gripping mysteries and captivating detective stories. Janet Dawson's masterful storytelling and her ability to immerse readers in the world of Jeri Howard make this novel an absolute page-turner from start to finish. Prepare yourself for a thrilling journey through the complex and dangerous world of horse racing.

Get ready to dive in, follow Jeri Howard's every move, and discover the shocking truth behind the Killing At The Track!

A Killing At The Track (The Jeri Howard Series Book 9)

by Janet Dawson(Kindle Edition)

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3867 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	418 pages

FREE

THE LURE OF THE TRACK, A RIDE ON THE WILD SIDE, AND DANGER AT EVERY TURN…

"This little gem of a mystery centers around murder, mayhem and race-fixing at a fictional racetrack ... Dawson, a longtime racing fan, has really done her homework well... " --California Thoroughbred

Intrepid Jeri Howard, Janet Dawson’s savvy female private eye, steps into the Winner’s Circle in Dawson's NINTH action-packed mystery, set almost entirely at a track seething with intrigue. Author Dawson takes us to the fascinating and forbidden backside, where you practically need a hotwalker for the humans, as owners fret, jockeys throw fits, and vets sweat to hold overworked horses together with duct tape.

Overworked is a hazard of the job, but “injured” can result in lost fortunes or death—and not just death for horses, as Jeri soon finds out. You don't have to be a detective to know that if it's a track, there’s always a bad actor out there, looking to make a killing the easy way. And if they have to kill to do it, our intrepid PI’s not going to rest until the desperation stakes.

So here’s how it goes—one dead jockey, then two dead jockeys, three exotic poisons, and several possible payoffs—Jeri’s positively in a lather! But you can wager she’s going to show her stuff in the stretch and take home the purse. (She’s reliable that way.)

Dawson’s complex plot is a pleasure, but the rich backside lore makes this one a sure thing. When you can practically feel the breeze as the horses sweep by, you know you can't lose!

Dick Francis fans will be in heaven, as well as lovers of women sleuths of all kinds, but especially female private investigators like Sue Grafton’s Kinsey Millhone, Linda Barnes’ Carlotta Carlyle and Marcia Muller’s Sharon McCone.

“I don’t know how much Janet Dawson knew about racing before writing A Killing at the Track but she makes you feel as though she’s gotten up at dawn to watch the horses work out all her life. She makes the most of her setting and peoples her story with wonderful characters. Highly recommended.” --Sally Powers, I Love A Mystery