Victor Bahna

Heliacal Star

While at the racetrack to catch a glimpse of his favorite horse, Matt Galiano could never imagine what would happen next.

Horseplayer Matt Galiano’s fascination with a classy racehorse leads him to the barn of attractive and fledgling trainer Kristine Connelly. Suddenly, the communal fates of Matt and Kristine become deeply intertwined when Matt unexpectedly must confront his illicit past inside the treacherous world of organized crime. As they bond over their love of horses and racing, Matt’s sins from yesteryear torment the trio with terrifying danger. To survive, they must learn to lean on each other, or they’ll lose more than just a wager.

The Author

Raised just a few miles from Long Island’s Belmont Park racetrack, Victor Bahna fell in love with horse racing in high school. Upon winning a few dollars his first day at the races, he was instantly hooked on the excitement, adrenaline and beauty of the sport. A few decades later, after relocating to Seattle, Victor ventured into the realm of thoroughbred ownership and purchased his first racehorse at Emerald Downs, located near Seattle.