2002réf. 26107New York: G. P. Putnams Sons. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2002. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399149325 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled fore edge in Fine dust-jacket with trivial edgewear; Jack the Ripper is one of England's most infamous serial killers. In this book Cornwell tells the story of the murders and the investigation that led to his arrest and conviction.; 8vo; 387 pages . G. P. Putnams Sons hardcover books
1998réf. 26110New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1998. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 039914465x . A smart first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket with trivial edgewear; In 1857 the Royal Navy's HMS Beagle set sail from England with a young naturalist on board Charles Darwin. On the voyage Darwin observed and recorded the incredible diversity of life on Earth. The Beagle's voyage would change his mind about evolution and forever change the way we think about our place in the world.More than 150 years later in 1997 author Cornwell completed a novel based on the Beagle's voyage. The novel Southern Cross tells the story of the Beagle's voyage and the remarkable cast of characters that sailed with Darwin. Cornwell brilliantly weaves together the historical record with the personal histories of the characters creating a gripping story of adventure discovery and courage.Southern Cross is a spellbinding novel that takes us on an unforgettable journey from the jungles of South America to the icy seas of the polar regions. Along the way we meet extraordinary people-including a young sailor whose faith in God would grant; 8vo; 359 pages . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover books
1994réf. 26099New York: Charles Scribner's Sons. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1994. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0684195976 . A Fine first edition/first printing in like dust-jacket; At the request of North Carolina authorities Dr. Kay Scarpetta and her colleages Benton Wesley and Pete Marino are chasing the elusive serial killer Temple Gault; 8vo; x 387 3 pages . Charles Scribner's Sons hardcover books
2000réf. 26111New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2000. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0399146253 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; In the heart of London's gritty criminal underworld November 17th is a date that everyone remembers. On this day thirty years ago a terrorist bombing killed twenty-six people and injured thousands. So when the police respond to a terrorist threat on November 17th they know the stakes are high.This is the story of the team of detectives who are called to investigate. They are the last Precinct and they are facing a challenge unlike any they have ever faced before. The terrorists seem to know exactly what they're doing and the detectives are running out of time.But as they work to track down the terrorists and prevent another tragedy the detectives begin to realize that there is more to this story than they first thought. And as they begin to piece together the past they begin to understand the danger that still lurks in the heart of London.; 8vo; 449 pages . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover books
1997réf. 26112New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399142851 . A Fine first edition/first printing in like dust-jacket; When the body of a young woman is found near a river in rural Virginia FBI agent Lincoln Rhyme and his partner Amelia Sachs are called in to investigate. The victim an aspiring dancer had been raped and strangled.The evidence points to the victim's boyfriend a local college student but Rhyme and Sachs are not convinced. They have their doubts because the victim's boyfriend is a very clean-cut innocent-looking young man.Then Sachs discovers a key piece of evidence that changes everything: the victim's clothes were found in the boyfriend's room. This leads the FBI agents to a shocking discovery: the boyfriend is a werewolf.; 8vo . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover books
2008réf. 26113New York: Thomas Dunne Books / St. Martin's Minotaur. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2008. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0312341598 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in Fine dust-jacket; This is a thrilling fast-paced novel set during the American Revolution.When the British Army marches into Massachusetts to seize food and supplies General George Washington sends a small force to stop them.John Adams and his friend and fellow patriot Benjamin Rush lead the charge.As the Americans clash with the British Rush and Adams are forced to make choices that could mean life or death.In the end only one group will be left standing: the Americans.; 8vo; 322 pages . Thomas Dunne Books / St. Martin's Minotaur hardcover books
2000réf. 26114New York: Thomas Dunne Books / St. Martin's Minotaur. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2000. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0312203713 . An eye-catching first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; In this book a group of students are suspended from school for various reasons. Throughout the book the students deal with the consequences of their suspensions. Some of the consequences are big like missing out on important classes while others are small like not being able to go to the prom. The students must figure out how to make the most of their suspensions while still trying to maintain their relationships with each other.; 8vo; 436 pages . Thomas Dunne Books / St. Martin's Minotaur hardcover books
2003réf. 25240New York: Thomas Dunne Books / St. Martin's Minotaur. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2003. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0312206143 . An eye-catching first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with minor soiling to fore edge in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear. SIGNED by author Richard E. Crabbe directly on the title page; The Empire of Shadows is the first book in a new series by Richard E. Crabbe. The series is set in a world where magic is a reality and the empires of the world are ruled by magicians. The story follows a young man named Kalen as he joins the army of the empire and tries to navigate the complex politics and magic of the world.; 8vo; 356 pages; Signed by Author . Thomas Dunne Books / St. Martin's Minotaur hardcover books
2001réf. 25241New York: Bantam Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2001. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0553109561 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear. SIGNED and dated in the year of publication by author Deborah Crombie directly on the title page; When 16-year-old Katie is sent away to a finishing school in Scotland she has no idea that she's about to embark on a life-altering journey. Katie is immediately drawn to the finer things in life- the food the clothes the beauty. She's never experienced anything like it and she's determined to find a way to bring this lifestyle back home with her. Katie's journey takes her from Scotland to England France and finally Italy where she discovers the art of living lavishly and becoming fashionable even in the poorest of districts. Along the way she meets interesting people some of whom she admires and some of whom she despises but she always tries to find the silver lining in every situation. Ultimately Katie realizes that there is a finer end to be found even if she has to go through some difficult times to find it.; A Duncan Kincaid / Gemma James Novel; 8vo; 325 pages; Signed by Author . Bantam Books hardcover books
2004réf. 26115New York: William Morrow. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2004. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0060525258 . A Fine Limited first edition/first printing in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED twice by the author Deborah Crombie once on the tipped in Limited edition page further signed and dated 10-23-04 on the title page; is an artist who moves into a new house with her husband and young son. The house is dark and strange and Deborah can't shake the feeling that something is wrong. Then one night her son is kidnapped and she has to use all her courage and strength to find him.This book is suspenseful and exciting and will keep you guessing until the very end. It is a great read for anyone who loves a good mystery.; 8vo; Signed by Author . William Morrow hardcover books
1995réf. 25247New York: Scribner. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1995. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0684197707 . A sharp first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled top edge in Fine dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Deborah Crombie directly on the title page; After her mother's death teenager Evie is sent to live with her father in a small town in Maine. Evie is determined to find her mother's killer and starts investigating her death. She uncovers secrets and lies that lead her to believe her mother was murdered. Evie must rely on her own instincts and detective skills to solve the mystery and clear her mother's name.; A Duncan Kincaid / Gemma James Novel; 8vo; 253 pages; Signed by Author . Scribner hardcover books
2009réf. 25249New York: William Morrow. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2009. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0061287539 . A Fine first edition/first printing in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Deborah Crombie directly on the title page; Necessary As Blood is a gripping dark and suspenseful novel about family love and revenge. After the death of her father 16-year-old Sarah has a dark secret that she's been hiding from her family for years. When her brother is implicated in a shocking crime Sarah is forced to come clean and face her demons. With the help of her unlikely ally Sarah sets out to find her brother and punish him for what he's done. Necessary As Blood is a story of family love and revenge that will keep you guessing until the very end.; 8vo; Signed by Author . William Morrow hardcover books
2003réf. 25250New York: William Morrow. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2003. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0060525231 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled page edges in Fine dust-jacket with trivial edgewear. SIGNED by author Deborah Crombie directly on the title page; is the story of a young girl Pearl who is sent to live with her grandmother in the small town of Tiverton Newfoundland in 1964. There Pearl must adjust to a new life; endure the scorn and ridicule of her classmates; and learn to live without the love of her father who is serving in the military.Pearl is an outsider in her new town but she finds a community of friends in the convent school she attends. When her father is posted to the army base in Gander Newfoundland Pearl is heartbroken to be separated from him. She longs to see him but knows that it is not possible.One day Pearl hears a rumor that her father has been killed in combat. She is devastated to learn that this is not the case but is comforted by the letters she receives from him. In spite of the hardships she experiences Pearl eventually comes to love her new home and the people she has befriended; 8vo; 367 pages; Signed by Author . William Morrow hardcover books
2007réf. 25251New York: William Morrow. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2007. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0060525274 . A Fine first edition/first printing in like dust-jacket. SIGNED and dated "2-16-07" by author Deborah Crombie directly on the title page; Deborah Crombie's debut novel is set in an agrarian community in the 1930s and tells the story of two women one of whom is pregnant and the other who is not. Told in alternating chapters the story centres around the women's relationships with each other and their husbands as well as their dealings with the local doctor who is also the only source of medical care. The women are faced with difficult choices some of which have serious consequences and Crombie creates a compelling and atmospheric setting in which to tell her story.; 8vo; Signed by Author . William Morrow hardcover books
2008réf. 25252New York: William Morrow. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2008. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0061287512 . A Fine first edition/first printing in like dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Deborah Crombie on the tipped in Limited edition page; Where Memories Lie is a story of love and loss. Lizzie and Jack have been married for thirty-six years and they have two daughters. When Jack develops a tumor Lizzie must face the possibility that their time together is coming to an end. She spends her days with Jack telling him stories and sharing memories. As the tumor grows Jack becomes increasingly unable to remember who he is. Lizzie must make the decision to let him go and she must find a way to live without him.Where Memories Lie is a story of love and loss. Lizzie and Jack have been married for thirty-six years and they have two daughters. When Jack develops a tumor Lizzie must face the possibility that their time together is coming to an end. She spends her days with Jack telling him stories and sharing memories. As the tumor grows Jack becomes increasingly unable to remember who he is. Lizzie must make the decision; 8vo; Signed by Author . William Morrow hardcover books
2007réf. 14409New York: Scholastic Press. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2007. First Edition; Third Printing. Hardcover. 0439023440 . A most beautiful stated first edition/later printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket SIGNED by author Christopher Paul Curtis directly on the title page; The Coretta Scott King Award winning book of Curtis Newbery Medal winner for his title Bud Not Buddy. It is the tale of eleven-year-old Elijah born in Buxton a settlement of runaway slaves across the border from Detroit and his journey through the horrors of slavery and aspirations of justice courage and hope; 8vo; Signed by Author . Scholastic Press hardcover books
2002réf. 25264New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2002. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0399148728 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in alike dust jacket with light edgewear. SIGNED by author Clive Cussler directly on the title page; The novel is set in the future when the world is on the brink of a new ice age. NUMA Special Agent Dirk Pitt leader of the team of underwater experts known as the NUMA Naval Undersea Research and Development Agency is called in to investigate a series of underwater explosions that have destroyed ships and sunken ships in the shipping lanes between North America and Europe. Pitt and his team soon discover that the explosions are being caused by a new form of underwater volcanic activity. They must find out how to stop the eruptions before the world is plunged into a new ice age.; A Kurt Austin Adventure; 8vo; 434 pages; Signed by Author . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover books
2001réf. 25298New York: Bantam Books. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2001. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0553107240 . An attractive first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust jacket; Sticks & Scones is the story of a close-knit community in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina. The main characters are the women who live and work at the bakery and their relationships are the focus of the story. The women are strong and independent and they have each other's backs. They are able to weather the challenges of life in the mountains and they are able to contribute to the community in ways that are meaningful and valuable.; 8vo; 301 pages . Bantam Books hardcover books
1993réf. 25299New York: Bantam Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1993. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0553095153 . An elegant first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in alike dust jacket with light edgewear and small closed to upper spine. SIGNED by author Diane Mott Davidson directly on the title page; When cereal killer Diane Mott's latest victim is a young boy the detective on the case is determined to catch the killer before she strikes again.; 8vo; 303 pages; Signed by Author . Bantam Books hardcover books
1996réf. 25302New York: Bantam Books. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 055309999X . A handome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in Fine dust jacket with trivial edgewear and round green sticker to rear. SIGNED by author Diane Mott Davidson directly on the title page; It's been a year since the funeral of Diane Mott Davidson and her husband Tom is still not over her death. Diane's sister Liza is the only one who seems to be able to bring him out of his dark moods. One night Tom comes home from work and tells Liza that he's found a body. The Main Corpse is the only name he can remember. Liza is hesitant to take him on as her new client but she eventually agrees to help him investigate. As they start to piece together the victim's identity they realize that the case may be more complicated than they thought.; 8vo; 337 pages; Signed by Author . Bantam Books hardcover books
2000réf. 25303New York: Bantam Books. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2000. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0553107232 . A smart first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust jacket. SIGNED and dated in the year of publication by author Diane Mott Davidson directly on the title page; In Tough Cookie Davidson tells the story of a strong-willed little girl who overcomes seemingly insurmountable odds. After her mother's death Cookie is sent to live with her father who is a strict military man. In spite of his tight discipline Cookie finds a strong sense of self-reliance and determination. She quickly learns how to take care of herself and when she is placed in a group home after her father's death she uses her skills and resources to become an accomplished young woman. Despite her many challenges Cookie is determined to make a life for herself. She becomes a successful businesswoman and eventually finds love. Tough Cookie is an inspiring story of resilience and determination and it is sure to touch the hearts of readers everywhere.; 8vo; 291 pages; Signed by Author . Bantam Books hardcover books
2010réf. 25308New York: Simon & Schuster. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2010. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1439156352 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled fore edge in Fine dust jacket. SIGNED by author Jeffery Deaver directly on the title page; Jeffery Deaver is one of the best-selling mystery authors in the world and his latest novel Edge is no exception. Edge follows the story of FBI agent Lindsay Boxer and her partner Harry Bosch as they investigate the murder of a senator. The case quickly becomes complicated and Boxer and Bosch must use all their skills to track down the killer. This suspenseful novel will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the end.; 8vo; 397 pages; Signed by Author . Simon & Schuster hardcover books
2000réf. 33504New York: Simon and Schuster. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2000. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0684871262 . A lovely first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket with minor edgewear. SIGNED by author Jeffery Deaver on the title page; Jeffery Deaver's Speaking In Tongues is a riveting and fast-paced thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. After being released from prison ex-convict John Blake is desperate to start over. He finds work as a bodyguard for a wealthy man but soon realizes that the man is a fraud. Blake begins to piece together that the man is laundering money for a criminal organization and he's the only one who can stop them. With the clock ticking and the criminal mastermind after him Blake must use all of his skills to outsmart his pursuers.; 8vo; Signed by Author . Simon and Schuster hardcover books
2000réf. 33414New York: Simon and Schuster. As New in As New dust jacket. 2000. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0684871262 . A most attractive first edition/first printing in As New condition in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Jeffery Deaver directly on the title page; Speaking in Tongues is the story of a pastor who is consumed with the question of whether he is truly speaking with the tongues of angels. After a series of inexplicable events leads him to believe that he is the pastor begins to spread the gospel through the tongues of those who have been lost to the world.; 8vo; 333 pages; Signed by Author . Simon and Schuster hardcover books
2006réf. 25306New York: Simon & Schuster. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2006. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0743260937 . A Fine first edition/first printing in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED and dated 6/16/06 by author Jeffery Deaver on the title page; Jeffery Deaver's The Cold Moon is a fast-paced and tightly plotted thriller that will keep readers guessing until the end. When the president of the United States is assassinated the FBI is called in to investigate. Agents Pendergast and Morris are assigned to the case but they quickly realize that it is much more complicated than it seems. The trail leads them to the secluded mountain town of Snowfield where they uncover a shocking conspiracy. As the agents search for answers they are thwarted at every turn by a shadowy figure who seems to know everything. The Cold Moon is a gripping tale of political intrigue and suspense that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.; A Lincoln Rhyme Novel; 8vo; Signed by Author . Simon & Schuster hardcover books
