Blind Alley (Paperback)

When Marti, born on the Somerset levels, recently bereaved and tired of her dull office routine, takes a risk and becomes involved in the glamorous world of Formula 1 racing, she does not realise that her life is about to change completely. Accompanied by her new friend Jim, a jack-the-lad machanic turned journalist, Marti travels the world to Monte Carlo, Mexico, Italy and Australia, and becomes immersed in the politics and personalities of the Grand Prix circus. As Jim enters a passionate but dangerous liaison with the beautiful Andrea, daughter of the ruthless Magnate Sir James Fairbrother, Marti develops a relationshiip of her own: a deeply spiritual connection with a mysterious and troubled soul. Whilst Marti and Jim persue love amidst the turbulant arena of the race track,both begin to realise what really matters and how the competitive world of motor sport can lead to a deeper understanding of life itself.