Mike Shant, in his 3rd mystery novel, displays talent for horseracing and writing.While researching a story in Las Vegas, Mike gets mixed up with friends who are running a "lose weight while you sleep" scam. After the needless death of a friend, Mike sets up an elaborate con of his own to extract revenge.Join Mike and his friends on their latest adventures as they match wits with the Mob, tackle a biker gang, and try to win alongshot bet.Shant is at his best when he's doing his writing, wooing his women, and finding the bad guys.