Thoroughbreds

''Thoroughbreds'' is a historical novel by William Alexander Fraser, first published in 1902. Set in the village of Brookfield, it follows John Porter, a horse racing enthusiast, and his moral adversary, Reverend Dolman, who opposes the sport. The narrative explores family dynamics and societal judgment as it intertwines personal passions with themes of honesty, loyalty, and moral conflict against the backdrop of a controversial horse racing community. The story culminates in a tense race at Morris Park, highlighting the stakes involved in the world of competitive racing.