The Broken-link Handicap by Rudyard Kipling

Set against the backdrop of colonial India’s racing culture, this story follows the unexpected drama surrounding a horse race and a jockey whose mysterious illness sparks gossip and suspicion. As the race unfolds, strange twists and a tragic past come to light. The plot centers on chance, honor, and the fine line between sport and social ruin. Kipling uses the world of racing to explore deeper themes of guilt and fate. A moody tale where tension gallops toward an emotional finish.