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2005Best.-Nr. 25085New York: Soho. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2005. 1st US Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1569473927 . A smart first American edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled bottom edge in alike dust jacket with minor edgewear. SIGNED by author Peter Lovesey directly on the title page; A group of friends meet every week for coffee gossip and support. For thirty years they've been there for each other. But when one of them dies the circle is torn apart. Each of the friends had a special relationship with the deceased and they're not sure how to cope with the loss.As they try to move on they start to notice strange things happening. The coffee shop is starting to seem haunted. Objects start moving on their own and the doors seem to close on their own. They start to fear for their own safety and wonder if the deceased is trying to punish them.As the group starts to fall apart they start to wonder who is left to support them. And as the darkness starts to settle they realize that the only thing that can keep them together is the circle itself.; An Inspector Henrietta Mallin Investigation; 8vo; 358 pages; Signed by Author . Soho hardcover
2009Best.-Nr. 26217New York and Boston: Grand Central Publishing. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2009. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0446195596 . A smart first edition/first printing in Fine condition with trivial page edge soiling in alike dust jacket with a hint of edgewear; When twelve-year-old Jesse is abducted his family and the police launch a frantic search. With no clues and no leads they are at their wits' end. Jesse is found safe and sound days later but the experience has left him frightened and unsure of who to trust. Jesse must keep his head down and focus on his schoolwork but the memories of that terrifying day are forever burned into his mind.This novel follows Jesse and his family as they try to piece together what happened to him and how to keep him safe in the future. Along the way they face many challenges but ultimately find strength in each other. The Hunted is an exciting and heart-wrenching story that will leave readers captivated from start to finish.; 8vo; 453 pages . Grand Central Publishing hardcover
1999Best.-Nr. 25171New York: Simon & Schuster. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1999. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0684855518 . An elegant first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with bumped lower front corner lightly rubbed extremities and minor page edge soiling in alike dust jacket with light edgewear. Boldly SIGNED by author Jan Burke directly on the title page; Winner of the 2000 Edgar Award; An Irene Kelly Mystery; 8vo; 378 pages; Signed by Author . Simon & Schuster hardcover
2007Best.-Nr. 26305New York: William Morrow. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2007. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0061143464 . A most attractive first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust jacket with a hint of edgewear. Boldly SIGNED by author William Lashner directly on the title page; When a high school student is found dead the townspeople of Red River County are quick to point the finger of blame at the boy's ex-boyfriend. But as the evidence mounts against him the boy's friends start to doubt his innocence. With the clock ticking and the pressure mounting can they get to the truth before the boy is convicted; 8vo; 322 pages; Signed by Author . William Morrow hardcover
1994Best.-Nr. 26525New York: Donald I. Fine Inc. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1994. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1556113587 . An attractive first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly foxed top edge and minor soiling to fore edge in alike dust jacket with minor edgewear; A coming-of-age novel about a withdrawn young man and his unlikely friendship with an outcast teenage girl in a small town in upstate New York.Thirteen-year-old Dory has been dealing with her own personal issues for much of her life but when she befriends Nick a withdrawn and introverted high school student she starts to feel like she belongs somewhere. Nick is the only person who seems to understand her and the two of them start to build a close friendship. But as Nick starts to come out of his shell they start to face the challenges of growing up in a small town where everyone seems to be content with the way things are. Dory and Nick must learn to deal with the prejudices and judgment that they face and find their own kind of town.; 8vo; 374 pages . Donald I. Fine, Inc. hardcover
2009Best.-Nr. 25653New York: HarperCollinsPublishers. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2009. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0061236233 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with light soiling to fore edge in Fine dust jacket. SIGNED and dated by author Phillip Margolin directly on the title page; When crime writer Phillip Margolin is called in to write the biography of a notorious criminal he has no idea what he's in for. The man known as the Spider is a slippery figure difficult to track down and even harder to interview. But Margolin is determined to get the story.The more he digs into the Spider's past the more Margolin realizes that this criminal is also a victim. The Spider was once a rising star in the criminal underworld but he was undone by his own greed. Now years after his arrest the Spider is living in obscurity and poverty desperately trying to make amends.Margolin is drawn to the Spider and as he gets to know him he begins to understand the man behind the crime. In the end Margolin is not only the author of the Spider's biography but also his friend.; 8vo; 344 pages; Signed by Author . HarperCollinsPublishers hardcover
2007Best.-Nr. 26042New York: Pegasus Books. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2007. 1st US Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 193364835X . An attractive first American edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with bumped upper corners and soiled edges in Fine dust jacket with trivial edgewear; In Bone Machine Waites creates a world where the line between human and machine has become blurry. In this post-apocalyptic world the remnants of society live in what's left of the city eking out a living as mechanized scavengers. The scavengers are constantly at war with the feral dogs that have overrun the city and they must contend with the harsh conditions and the dangers of the wasteland. The scavengers are also constantly at war with each other as they struggle to monopolize the scarce resources in the city. Bone Machine is a fast-paced action-packed book that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.; A Joe Donovan Thriller; 8vo; 481 pages . Pegasus Books hardcover
2006Best.-Nr. 25960New York: Regan. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2006. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0060898658 . An attractive first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled fore edge in Fine dust jacket. SIGNED and dated in the year of publication by author Jess Walters directly on the title page; National Book Award Finalist; 8vo; 326 pages; Signed by Author . Regan hardcover
2006Best.-Nr. 26012London: HarperCollinsPublishers. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2006. 1st UK Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0007212097 . A handsome first British edition/first Impression in Near Fine condition with light soiling to page edges in alike dust wrapper with minor edgewear; The Mentor is a story about a man named Jackson who is trying to find his place in the world. He finds himself in a difficult situation where he is being forced to move from one place to another. Jackson is then given the opportunity to be a mentor to a young man named Theo. Theo is a bright young man who is struggling to find his place in the world. Jackson is able to help Theo find his place in the world and help him find his identity.; 8vo; 391 pages . HarperCollinsPublishers hardcover
1997Best.-Nr. 25176New York: Simon and Schuster. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0684803445 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with minor foxing to top edge in alike dust jacket with light edgewear. Boldly SIGNED by author Jan Burke directly on the title page; The story follows Max as he competes in a magic show at the local carnival. He is a very average teen with no special talents but he is determined to win the top prize. Along the way he makes new friends and challenges himself to perform more and more magic. Hocus is a fun and exciting story that will keep you entertained from beginning to end.; An Irene Kelly Mystery; 8vo; 348 pages; Signed by Author . Simon and Schuster hardcover
2005Best.-Nr. 25655New York: HarperCollinsPublishers. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2005. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0060735023 . An eye-catching first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in alike dust jacket with light edgewear and gold "Signed first edition" sticker to front. SIGNED by author Phillip Margolin directly on the first page; When his great-aunt dies thirteen-year-old Phillip Margolin is sent to live with her in the remote fishing town of Lost Lake. Phillip is immediately drawn to the town's enigmatic librarian who seems to know more about him than she should. He also meets the town's other residents who are all hiding something. But what could they be hiding from Phillip; 8vo; 323 pages; Signed by Author . HarperCollinsPublishers hardcover
2006Best.-Nr. 25800London: Weidenfeld & Nicolson. Very Good in Near Fine dust jacket. 2006. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 029785237X . A bright first edition/first Impression in Very Good condition with heavily soiled edges and lightly bumped upper corners in Near Fine dust wrapper with light edgewear. SIGNED by author Andrew Pepper directly on the title page; Author's debut novel; the first of the Pyke mysteries. Tale of high intrige and low politics brutal murder and conspiracy in pre-Victorian London. from the dust jacket ; A Pyke Mystery; 8vo; 312 pages; Signed by Author . Weidenfeld & Nicolson hardcover
2009Best.-Nr. 25428New York: Dutton. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2009. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0525950753 . An attractive first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by the author Meg Gardiner on the title page; This book is about a woman named Meg who is obsessed with collecting memories. She spends her days going through old photo albums letters and anything else she can find related to memories. Some of the memories she collects are happy and some are sad but she is never able to forget them. One day she finds a box full of old memories that she had forgotten about. The memories make her realize that she should stop collecting memories and start living them.; 8vo; 354 pages; Signed by Author . Dutton hardcover
2010Best.-Nr. 25425New York: Dutton. Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2010. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0525951725 . A sharp first edition/first printing in Fine condition with a hint of soiling to fore edge in Near Fine dust jacket with light edgewear. SIGNED by author Meg Gardiner directly on the title page; From the acclaimed author of the New York Times bestseller The Memory Keeper's Daughter a haunting novel of love and deception.In 1922 on the eve of her sixteenth birthday Rose LaClaire moves from her small Irish town to the city to live with her rich uncle. In the city Rose meets the handsome charismatic J.D. She's in love with him and he with her. But Rose discovers that J.D. is not who he seems. He's a liar and he's been lying to her all along.Now in the present day Rose has a chance to right some of the wrongs of the past. She's been invited to spend Christmas with J.D. and his family in Vermont. As she gets closer to the truth Rose realizes that J.D. may be the only person who can help her heal from the pain of the past.But can Rose ever forgive him for the; 8vo; 353 pages; Signed by Author . Dutton hardcover
1996Best.-Nr. 26154New York: Simon & Schuster. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0684807505 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near fine condition with minor foxing to top edge in Fine dust-jacket; Nick Gaitano's follow-up to his acclaimed debut novel "The Thirteenth Tale" is a dark and provocative work that examines the power of storytelling and how it can be used to manipulate and control those who listen.; 8vo; 256 pages . Simon & Schuster hardcover
1995Best.-Nr. 26277New York: Dutton. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1995. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0525937439 . A loverly first edition/first printing in Fine condition with a hint of page edge soiling in alike dust jacket; Due Diligence is a book that explains the importance of due diligence when investing. It covers topics such as risk management financial analysis and legal considerations. The book is written for people who are new to the investment world or who want to improve their investment skills.; A Rachel Gold Novel; 8vo; 326 pages . Dutton hardcover
1995Best.-Nr. 26155New York: Simon & Schuster. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1995. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0671500104 . A lovely first edition/first printing in Fine condition with minor soiling to top edge in alike dust-jacket with a hint of edgewear; The story follows the life of a high school student Mr. X who is struggling with the same problems as any other teenager: finding friends dealing with bullies and trying to fit in. But Mr. X has a secret: he is a werewolf. The novel follows his journey as he comes to terms with his identity and the challenges that come with being a werewolf in a society that views them as monsters.; 8vo; 272 pages . Simon & Schuster hardcover
2000Best.-Nr. 26275New York: Forge. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2000. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0312848838 . A most attractive first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust jacket; Bearing Witness tells the story of the Holocaust from the perspectives of the survivors and witnesses. The book offers a unique and powerful perspective on the Holocaust and provides readers with a deeper understanding of the events that transpired.; A Rachel Gold Novel; 8vo; 316 pages . Forge hardcover
2001Best.-Nr. 26507New York: Delacorte Press. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2001. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0385335784 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled fore edge in Fine dust jacket with trivial edgewear; Black Water Transit is a novel by Carsten Stroud. It tells the story of an American couple who travel to Berlin to visit their son only to be drawn into the city's dark underbelly. As they get closer to their son they come into contact with a group of criminals and dissidents each of whom is looking for a way to escape the city's clutches. Black Water Transit is a gripping tale of sacrifice and heroism and it will leave readers eager for the next installment in the series.; 8vo; 354 pages . Delacorte Press hardcover
2006Best.-Nr. 25061London: MacMillan. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2006. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1405050179 . A lovely first edition/first Impression in Fine condition in alike dust wrapper. SIGNED by author David Hewson directly on the title page; When his father is killed fourteen-year-old David is banished from his family and his home in Scotland to live with his estranged grandfather on a remote Scottish island. David is determined to find his father's killer and when he discovers a smuggling ring operating on the island he is certain he has found his opportunity. With the help of a local girl and a smuggler David sets out to catch the criminals and bring them to justice.; 8vo; 385 pages; Signed by Author . MacMillan hardcover
1999Best.-Nr. 26502New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1999. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399145370 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled edges in alike dust jacket with light edgewear; Author's first book; 8vo; 294 pages . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover
2007Best.-Nr. 25064London: MacMillan. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2007. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1405092122 . A lovely first edition/first Impression in Fine condition in alike dust wrapper. SIGNED by author David Hewson directly on the title page; The Promised Land tells the story of a young boy named Eli who sets out on a journey to find a new land that he has been told by his faith is waiting for him. Along the way Eli faces many challenges but he never loses faith in what God has promised him. In the end Eli finds his promised land and is able to live in peace and harmony with the people there.; 8vo; 371 pages; Signed by Author . MacMillan hardcover
2002Best.-Nr. 26280New York: Forge. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2002. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0765302187 . A gorgeous first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust jacket; Trophy Widow is a compelling moving and ultimately triumphant story of a woman who learns to stand up for herself and find the courage to start over.Jenna is a trophy widow the wife of a professional golfer who was killed in a car accident. Jenna is struggling to keep up the appearance of a normal life while she mourns the loss of her husband and tries to raise their two young children. When Jenna's brother-in-law suggests she take a vacation to Italy to get away from it all she jumps at the chance.Jenna is shocked when she arrives in Italy and discovers that her brother-in-law has arranged for her to stay in his villa. Jenna is reluctant to leave the privacy of her brother-in-law's home but she gradually comes to appreciate the beauty and tranquility of the villa.While Jenna is in Italy she meets Antonio a charming Italian man who is also a wid; A Rachel Gold Novel; 8vo; 397 pages . Forge hardcover
2008Best.-Nr. 25949New York: Forge. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2008. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 076532170X . A smart first edition/first printing in Fine condition with lightly bumped upper rear corner and a hint of soiling to fore edge in alike dust-jacket with trivial edgewear. Boldly SIGNED by author Eric Van Lustbader on the title page; This novel tells the story of the first daughter of a powerful family. She is the apple of her father's eye and he does everything in his power to make her happy. When she meets a boy her age who she really likes her father is not happy. He feels that she should be dating someone more suitable and he pressures her into marrying a man she doesn't love. The novel follows her as she tries to find her way in the world and figure out what she wants.; 8vo; 400 pages; Signed by Author . Forge hardcover
2003Best.-Nr. 25430New York: Bantam Books. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2003. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0553801309 . A gorgeous first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust jacket with a hint of edgewear. SIGNED and dated in the year of publication by author Elizabeth George directly on the title page; The novel is set in a small town in Maine during the 1940s. The town is rocked by the disappearance of a young girl and the townspeople are forced to deal with their own secrets.; 8vo; 514 pages; Signed by Author . Bantam Books hardcover