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1992ref. 26253New York: Delacorte Press. Near Fine in Very Good dust jacket. 1992. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0385301316 . A bright first edition in Near Fine condition with minor soiling to top edge in Very Good dust jacket with edgewear soiling to front and light vertical crease to rear; At first Reginald Hill's life was unremarkable. He worked as a laborer and raised a family. But then in the year 20xx Reginald is suddenly recalled to life. He is confused and scared but he is determined to find out what happened to him and to return to his family. Reginald is helped by a woman who also has been recalled to life and they work together to find out what happened to the world and to their loved ones. Reginald and the woman are joined by others who have been recalled and they all work together to find a way to return the world to normal.; A Dalziel / Pascoe Mystery; 8vo; 359 pages . Delacorte Press hardcover
2005ref. 25900New York: HarperCollinsPublishers. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2005. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0060820810 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in alike dust jacket with light edgewear and "Signed first edition" sticker to front. SIGNED by author Reginald Hill directly on a special bound in signature page; After the death of his mother eight-year-old Reginald Hill moves with his father to a new house in the country. The house is strange and Reginald soon realizes that there are things going on in the house that no one will tell him about. As he gets to know the people in the house Reginald begins to realize that they are all connected in some way he can't understand. He also starts to realize that the house is haunted.; 8vo; 470 pages; Signed by Author . HarperCollinsPublishers hardcover
1996ref. 26254New York: Delacorte Press. Near Fine in Very Good dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0385312717 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with light page edge soiling in Very Good dust-jacket with moderate edgewear; In this beautifully written and haunting novel Reginald Hill tells the story of a family coping with tragedy. When their father passes away the family is forced to face their grief head on. They must find a way to move on and find comfort in each other. The Wood Beyond is a story of love loss and resilience.; A Dalziel / Pascoe Mystery; 8vo; 358 pages . Delacorte Press hardcover
2008ref. 25115London: HarperCollinsPublishers. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2008. 1st UK Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0007252676 . A handsome first British edition/first Impression in Near Fine condition with cocked spine and lightly soiled fore edge in Fine dust wrapper. SIGNED by author Reginald Hill directly on the title page; Hill's novel tells the story of Robert a man who is afflicted with a terminal disease. He is determined to find a cure and travels the world in search of the best doctors and treatments. Along the way he meets many interesting people and his journey leads him to some surprising discoveries.; A Daziel & Pascoe Novel; 8vo; 535 pages; Signed by Author . HarperCollinsPublishers hardcover books
2004ref. 25529London: HarperCollinsPublishers. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2004. 1st UK Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 000712340X . A lovely first British edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-wrapper with light edgewear. Includes original blue wraparound band. SIGNED by author Reginald Hill directly on the title page; Good Morning Midnight is a heartwarming story about two people who are very different but find a common ground in their love for books. The story follows Maurice a librarian who is retired and Beth a young woman who is a stay-at-home mom. Over the course of a year they become friends and share books and stories. Beth is amazed at the depth of Maurice's knowledge and the breadth of his library. She is also surprised to find that Maurice has a great deal of experience and knowledge about life outside of the library. As they share books and stories they learn more about each other and develop a close friendship.; A Dalziel / Pascoe Mystery; 8vo; 407 pages; Signed by Author . HarperCollinsPublishers hardcover books
2009ref. 25116London: HarperCollinsPublishers. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2009. 1st UK Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0007252706 . An elegant first British edition/first Impression in Near Fine condition with cocked spine and minor soiling to page edges in Fine dust jacket with light edgewear and "Signed by the Author" sticker to front. SIGNED by author Reginald Hill directly on the title page; Midnight Fugue is a beautifully written book that takes the reader on an emotional journey. Hill takes the reader on a journey through the lives of three characters; Reginald his mother and his sister. Each character has their own story to tell and together they create a powerful and moving work of art. The characters are well written and their stories are interesting making Midnight Fugue an enjoyable read. The plot is well developed and the ending is satisfying. Overall Midnight Fugue is a well written and powerful book that is sure to leave a lasting impression.; A Dalziel & Pascoe Novel; 8vo; 362 pages; Signed by Author . HarperCollinsPublishers hardcover books
2007ref. 25068London: Constable. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2007. First thus; First Printing. Hardcover. 1845295811 . A most attractive first thus edition in Fine condition in alike dust wrapper. SIGNED and dated by author Suzette A. Hill directly on the title page; A Load of Old Bones takes a nostalgic romp through a mythical 1950s Surrey where murky deeds and shady characters abound ; 8vo; 8-207 208 pages; Signed by Author . Constable hardcover books
2009ref. 25069London: Constable. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2009. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 184529937X . A most attractive first edition/first Impression in Fine condition in alike dust-wrapper. SIGNED lined and dated by author Suzette A. Hill directly on the title page; Bone Idle is the third novel featuring the Reverend Francis Oughterard vicar of St. Botolph's and genteel murderer of parishioner Mrs. Elizabeth Fotherington. So far eluding arrest but with fears of imminent exposure he is in the grip of his blackmailing pal the shady Nicholas Ingaza who forces him to steal a valuable figurine of a prancing pig from collector Claude Blenkinsop. from the dust wrapper; 8vo; vi 266 pages; Signed by Author . Constable hardcover books
2008ref. 25071London: Constable. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2008. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 184529582X . A handsome first edition/first Impression in Fine condition in alike dust-wrapper. SIGNED and dated in the year of publication by author Suzette A. Hill directly on the title page; Following the more than slight embarrassment of having murdered a lady parishioner the hapless Reverend Francis Oughterard is now plunged into the world of art crime. Forced by the shady Nicholas Ingaza into acting as a fence for stolen paintings he must endure the investigative probings of terrifying female novelist and amateur sleuth Maud Tubbly Pole hell-bent on portraying him in her next novel. from the dust wrapper ; 8vo; 6-288 pages; Signed by Author . Constable hardcover books
2009ref. 25895London: Hodder & Stoughton. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2009. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0340978244 . A Sharp first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED and dated 15th Oct' 09 by author Matt Hilton on the title page; In this book Hilton challenges readers to rethink the ways they view anger and judgement. He argues that anger and judgement are not always helpful or productive and can lead to harmful consequences. Hilton offers practical advice on how to manage anger and judgement in a healthy way and encourages readers to think about the ways that their anger and judgement impact others.; 8vo; 310 pages; Signed by Author . Hodder & Stoughton hardcover
2009ref. 25530London: Hodder & Stoughton. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2009. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 034097821X . A Smart first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED and dated 14th May 2009 by author Matt Hilton on the title page; When the unthinkable happens and the world is plunged into chaos the only thing that seems to be stable is the dust that covers the earth. When the dust begins to disappear people begin to panic. One scientist desperate to find a way to save the world uncovers a hidden world underneath the dust.; 8vo; 346 pages; Signed by Author . Hodder & Stoughton hardcover books
2004ref. 26255New York: St. Martin's Minotaur. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2004. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0312331363 . A Sharp first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket; This book is about a young man who is trying to figure out what to do with his life. He is scared of money and is not sure if he is ready to be successful. He turns to his family and friends for advice but they all seem to have their own ideas about what he should do. He eventually decides to travel around the world and see what is out there.; 8vo; 305 pages . St. Martin's Minotaur hardcover
2003ref. 26256New York: St. Martin's Minotaur. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2003. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0312313225 . A Smart first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket; The Night of the Dance tells the story of a group of teenagers who are forced to attend a dance at a mental hospital by their strict parents. The teens are unsure of what to expect but soon realize that the dance is much more than they could have imagined. The Night of the Dance is a unique and exciting story that will keep readers engaged from beginning to end.; 8vo; 339 pages . St. Martin's Minotaur hardcover
2009ref. 25531New York: Minotaur Books. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2009. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0312534868 . A Lovely first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED and dated11/16/09 by author James Hime on the title page; The story follows a group of armadillos as they journey to find a new home. Along the way they face obstacles including a river full of crocodiles and a group of tyrannosaurus rexes. Ultimately the armadillos find a new home and learn about the importance of friendship and family.; 8vo; 307 pages; Signed by Author . Minotaur Books hardcover books
2007ref. 25532London: Penguin Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2007. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0718148592 . A Smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with slightly bumped lower edge of the spine and minor soiling on the fore edge in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Jilliane Hoffman on the title page; Jilliane Hoffman's Plea of Insanity tells the story of a woman diagnosed with a rare mental illness who must face the prospect of a life in a mental institution. In the face of this bleak future she turns to her faith in an effort to find hope. This beautifully written story is a inspiring look at the power of faith in the face of adversity.; 8vo; 597 pages; Signed by Author . Penguin Books hardcover books
2004ref. 25534New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2004. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399151273 . A Sharp first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Jilliane Hoffman on the title page; Retribution is a dark and gripping novel that tells the story of a woman who has been pushed to the brink. After being raped the protagonist is left with the scars to prove it. She is determined to get her revenge and does whatever it takes to make sure the man who hurt her pays. This book is full of suspense and will keep you glued to the pages.; 8vo; 420 pages; Signed by Author . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover books
1995ref. 26264New York: Alfred A. Knopf. Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1995. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0679412069 . First edition/first printing in Good condition with cracked spine in Very Good dust-jacket with small chip to upper spine and light edgewear; In Absolute Truths Howatch explores the history of ideas from the ancient Greeks to the Enlightenment and considers how truth has been conceived and pursued. She examines the ways in which truth has been used to justify violence dictatorship and other atrocities and offers a provocative critique of the idea of truth as an absolute.Howatch demonstrates that the quest for truth is always bound up with the power dynamics of society and the ways in which individuals seek to control their environment. She argues that the pursuit of truth is not an objective process but is instead shaped by the interests and values of those who hold power. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of ideas the philosophy of science and the use of truth in society.; 8vo; 559 pages . Alfred A. Knopf hardcover
1990ref. 26263New York: Alfred A. Knopf. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1990. First Edition; First Printing. Cloth. 039458886X . A bright first edition/first printing in Very Good condition with cocked spine and soiled page edges in Very Good lightly sunned dust-jacket with light edgewear; In Scandalous Risks author Susan Howatch offers a compelling and provocative exploration of the ways in which we take risks both big and small--from making decisions with our careers and our lives to taking risks with our love lives.Howatch takes readers on a journey through history art and literature exploring how risk has been at the heart of human experience. She discusses the ways that risk has shaped our world from the daring feats of explorers to the dangerous gambles of gamblers.Howatch provides readers with a unique understanding of the ways in which risk can be both empowering and dangerous and how it can be used to our advantage or to our detriment. Ultimately Scandalous Risks is a book about the power of risk and the ways in which we can use it to our advantage or to our peril.; 8vo; 385 pages . Alfred A. Knopf hardcover
1993ref. 29641New York: Alfred A. Knopf. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1993. 1st US Edition; First Printing. Cloth. 0375410570 . A smart first American edition/first printing in about Fine condition with lightly cocked spine in Fine dust-jacket; is the story of a young girl Lily who moves to London with her parents to start a new life. Lily is excited to start her new school and make new friends but soon discovers that she is the only girl in her class.Lily is determined to make new friends and find her place in the world but she quickly learns that being the only girl in her class can be tough. She starts to feel like an outcast and is determined to find a way to fit in. Lily's search leads her to a burgeoning roller skating scene in London and she quickly becomes a star on the rink.Lily's dreams of being a high flyer are finally coming true but she soon discovers that the life of a professional roller skater is not as glamorous as she thought it would be. Lily must find a way to balance her career and her social life while also trying to navigate the complicated dynamics of her new school.The High Flyer is an inspiring; 8vo . Alfred A. Knopf hardcover
1997ref. 26265New York: Alfred A. Knopf. Very Good- in Very Good dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0375401024 . A bright first edition/first printing in Very Good- condition with pages pulling away from boards and cracked spine in Very Good condition with light edgewear; The Wonder Worker is a book about a young girl who is trying to find her way in the world. She is trying to find her place in the world and figure out who she is. She is also trying to find her way in the world of magic.; 8vo; 529 pages . Alfred A. Knopf hardcover
1994ref. 26266New York: Simon & Schuster. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1994. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0671867245 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; Methods of Execution is a nonfiction book that discusses the various methods that have been used to execute criminals over the years. The author covers topics such as hanging firing squad lethal injection and the electric chair. This book is a valuable resource for students and researchers interested in criminal justice history.; 8vo; 284 pages . Simon & Schuster hardcover
1990ref. 26267New York: Fawcett Columbine. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1990. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 044990461X . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in About Fine dust-jacket with minor edgewear and soiling; Picture Postcard is a story about a young girl named Kirsten who is traveling around the United States with her mother. Kirsten and her mother stop in many different towns and cities and Kirsten gets to experience a lot of different things. Kirsten also meets a lot of interesting people and learns a lot about the United States.; 8vo; 280 pages . Fawcett Columbine hardcover
2001ref. 25540New York: Simon & Schuster. Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2001. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0684818477 . An attractive first edition/first printing in Fine condition in About Fine dust-jacket with minor edgewear. SIGNED by author Fred Huebner directly on the title page; aIn Shades of Justice Freda Huebner weaves a heart-wrenching tale of love and loss. When her husband is killed in a car accident Sue moves to Texas to start anew. She meets Roy a widower with two young children. Roy is kind gentle and loving and Sue begins to fall in love with him. However Roy is also a deputy sheriff and he is assigned to investigate the death of Sue's husband. Roy is certain that the man responsible was driving drunk but the evidence doesn't seem to support his theory. As the investigation progresses Roy and Sue learn more about each other and their feelings for each other grow stronger. But when Roy is called to testify in a court trial he is forced to choose between his love for Sue and his duty to his country. Roy ultimately decides to turn himself in and he and Sue are both sentenced to prison. While in prison Roy and Sue continue to write; 8vo; 367 pages; Signed by Author . Simon & Schuster hardcover books
1996ref. 25541New York: Doubleday. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0385480423 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Fine condition with minor soiling to top edge in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Stephen Hunter directly on the title page; Bob Lee Swagger a crack Marine sniper is confronted with troubling questions about his past from rookie journalist Russ Pewtie ; A Bob Lee Swagger Novel; 8vo; 11-463 464 pages; Signed by Author . Doubleday hardcover books
2000ref. 25544New York: Simon & Schuster. Very Good in Near Fine dust jacket. 2000. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 068486360X . A bright first edition/first printing in Very Good condition with soiled page edges in Near Fine dust-jacket with light edgewear. SIGNED by author Stephen Hunter directly on the title page; Hot Springs tells the story of a group of friends who travel to a hot spring resort in search of peace and relaxation. But the peace they find is short-lived as they are forced to confront the dark secrets of their pasts.; An Earl Swagger Novel; 8vo; 478 pages; Signed by Author . Simon & Schuster hardcover books