Sid Halley Books in Order

This reading order guide provides the complete list of Sid Halley books in order, from the very first to the latest, so you won’t miss anything!

About the Sid Halley Series

The Sid Halley books by Dick Francis with Felix Francis are about a man who used to be a jockey but had to stop after a serious injury. His hand was broken and he couldn’t ride anymore. Instead of giving up he became a private investigator. The books follow his life as he takes on different cases.

What makes these stories interesting isn’t just the mysteries but Sid himself. He’s been through a lot and you can feel that in the way he acts and thinks. He’s not a loud or flashy character but he’s smart and determined. As the books go on you get to know him better and see how he changes over time.

Sid’s past, his struggles and the way he deals with problems makes him feel real. He’s not just solving crimes he’s also trying to work out who he is after losing everything he once had. The horse racing world is part of the story but there’s more going on too – corruption, danger and personal challenges.

If you like mystery stories with strong characters and a bit of emotion the Sid Halley series is for you. Many people think it’s one of Dick Francis’s best and it’s easy to see why.

Sid Halley Books in Publication Order

1
Odds Against

Odds Against

Dick Francis (With: Felix Francis)

1965

2
Whip Hand

Whip Hand

Dick Francis (With: Felix Francis)

1979

3
Come to Grief

Come to Grief

Dick Francis (With: Felix Francis)

1995

4
Under Orders

Under Orders

Dick Francis (With: Felix Francis)

2006

5
Refusal

Refusal

Dick Francis (With: Felix Francis)

2013

6
Hands Down

Hands Down

(By: Felix Francis)

2022