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1990réf. 26166New York: Charles Scribner's Sons. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1990. First US Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0684191741 . An elegant first American edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled page edges in alike dust jacket with minor edgewear; Imprisoned for her participation in a violent protest demonstration upper-middle-class C. P. A. Meave Barclay is released from her captivity into a bizarre and dangerous circle of acquaintances among them her prison pal Rene; 8vo; 174 pages . Charles Scribner's Sons hardcover books
1999réf. 25436London: Hodder & Stoughton. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1999. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0340688831 . A stunning first edition/first Impression in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled fore edge in alike dust wrapper with minor edgewear. SIGNED by author Elizabeth George directly on the title page; George and Elizabeth's book about finding the proper sinner is a humorous and heartwarming story. They travel all over England looking for the guilty party but no matter how hard they try they can't seem to find the right person. They end up finding out that the person they are looking for is themselves.; 8vo; 568 pages; Signed by Author . Hodder & Stoughton hardcover books
2002réf. 26468New York: Forge. Fine in Very Good dust jacket. 2002. First Edition; Eighth Printing. Hardcover. 0765307154 . A lovely first edition/Eighth printing in Fine condition with trivial page edge soiling in Very Good condition with light edgewear; In the future the Islamic State has won and America is in shambles. Young idealistic Eli is desperate to find a way to stop the jihadis but he's also trying to survive in a world where the borders have closed and the government has collapsed. When Eli is drafted into the military to fight the last jihad he knows it's his chance to make a difference. But as he gets closer to the battlefield Eli realizes that the jihad is more than just a fight against a foreign enemy. It's a fight against the darkest parts of his own soul.; 8vo; 351 pages . Forge hardcover books
1984réf. 26165New York: Charles Scribner's Sons. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1984. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0684181940 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with light soiling to top edge and small tear to final leaf in alike dust jacket light sunning and edgewear; The Twelfth Juror is the story of a woman who is about to be executed for a crime she didn't commit. As she waits in prison she starts to doubt her guilt and her sanity. She starts to hear voices and she begins to see visions of her past. She also starts to receive messages from her future self who tells her that she has a chance to save herself and to find the truth.This novel is suspenseful and intriguing and it will keep you guessing until the end. It is a compelling story that is sure to keep you reading until the very end.; 8vo; 175 pages . Charles Scribner's Sons hardcover books
2002réf. 25524New York: William Morrow. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2002. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0688165648 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with minor soiling to fore edge in Fine dust jacket. SIGNED by author William Heffernan directly on the title page; William Heffernan's Unholy Order is a fast-paced page-turning thriller that brilliantly weaves together the stories of an elite group of priests who have been groomed for greatness since they were young boys. When one of the priests in the group is accused of a heinous crime the members of the order are forced to come to grips with their own secrets and the dangerous game they've been playing for years. As they frantically try to piece together the clues to the crime they begin to realize that the order may be more dangerous than they could have imagined.With twists and turns that will keep readers guessing until the very end Unholy Order is a thrilling read that will leave them questioning the sacredness of institutions and the lengths to which people will go to protect their own interests.; A Paul Devlin Mystery; 8vo; 275 pages; Signed by Author . William Morrow hardcover books
1981réf. 26163New York: Charles Scribner's Sons. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1981. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0684168855 . A bright first edition/first printing in Very Good condition with moderately soiled edges in alike dust jacket with moderat edgewear chipping to upper front and price tag to front flap; Author's second crime novel; 8vo; 199 pages . Charles Scribner's Sons hardcover books
2003réf. 25519New York: Simon & Schuster. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2003. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0743217101 . An attractive first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with light page edge soiling in Fine dust jacket with a hint of soiling to front flap else Fine. SIGNED by author William Heffernan directly on the title page; A Time Gone By is a novel set in the early 1900s in the fictional town of Willow Glen. The novel follows the lives of the town's residents as they experience the changes brought about by the invention of the automobile.; 8vo; 277 pages; Signed by Author . Simon & Schuster hardcover books
2005réf. 25786New York and Boston: Little Brown and Company. Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2005. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0316608211 . An attractive first edition/first printing in Fine condition in Near Fine dust jacket with light edgewear. SIGNED by author George Pelecanos directly on the title page; Edgar Award nominee; 8vo; 295 pages; Signed by Author . Little, Brown and Company hardcover books
1993réf. 26432New York: Viking. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1993. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0670835196 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled edges in alike dust jacket with minor edgewear; The Rage of Innocence is a historical novel set in eighteenth century England. The book tells the story of the orphaned John Fenton who is falsely accused of the rape and murder of a young girl. Fenton is imprisoned and tortured but maintains his innocence. The novel follows his fight for freedom and his search for the truth.; 8vo; 430 pages . Viking hardcover books
2007réf. 25012London: Little Brown & Company. Fine in Very Good dust jacket. 2007. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0316730122 . A smart first edition/first Impression in Fine condition in alike dust wrapper with "Signed by the author" sticker to front; In Attack of the Unsinkable Rubber Ducks three rubber ducks Barnacle Bill Whitey Whitey and Squirt Squirt are on a mission to save their comrades who got trapped in a drain. The ducks use their buoyancy and quick-thinking to navigate their way through the sewer system and out to the open water. Along the way they encounter all sorts of obstacles - from slippery floors to flooded chambers - but they never give up and eventually they reach their goal. This hilarious and action-packed story is perfect for families who love a good adventure.; 8vo; 343 pages; Signed by Author . Little, Brown & Company hardcover books
1992réf. 25520New York: Dutton. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1992. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0525934650 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled edges in alike dust jacket with minor edgewear. SIGNED by author William Heffernan on the title page; In Corsican Honor William Heffernan tells the story of the fierce and proud people of Corsica their history culture and way of life. Heffernan brings to life the feuding clans the bloody vendettas and the tragicomic tales of heroism and cowardice. Through it all he reveals the Corsicans' unyielding sense of honor and their fierce loyalty to one another.; 8vo; 455 pages; Signed by Author . Dutton hardcover books
1992réf. 26518New York: Dutton. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1992. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0525934634 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled page edges in alike dust jacket with minor edgewear; This book is about a high school student named Beau who is trying to find his place in the world. He is trying to figure out what he wants to do with his life and how to make the most of the time that he has. Beau is also trying to figure out who he is and what his place in the world is.; 8vo; 522 pages . Dutton hardcover books
1987réf. 26161New York: Charles Scribner's Sons. Near Fine in Very Good dust jacket. 1987. First US Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0684188007 . An eye catching first American edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with minor soiling to page edges in Very Good condition with light soiling sunning and edgewear; Shortlisted for Edgar Award; 8vo; 194 pages . Charles Scribner's Sons hardcover books
1987réf. 26517New York: Farrar Straus Giroux. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1987. 1st BC Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. A smart first Book Club edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in alike dust jacket with light edgewear; Scott Turow's first novel about a prosecutor put on trial for the murder of his ex-lover. Basis for the 1990 motion picture starring Harrison Ford; 8vo; 372 pages . Farrar Straus Giroux hardcover books
2000réf. 25790Boston MA: Little Brown and Company. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2000. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0316695238 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with bumped upper rear corner and soiled top edge in alike dust jacket with light edgewear. SIGNED by author George P. Pelecanos directly on the title page; The ruthless Farrow brothers knock over a D. C. Restaurant but things go south when Richard Farrow the getaway driver is shot and killed by a police officer in a fierce gun battle and Frank Farrow who is forced to make a quick getaway after murdering several of the restaurant's employees hits and kills a young boy out for a walk with his mother. Now Frank Farrow is back and he wants revenge for the death of his brother; 8vo; 299 pages; Signed by Author . Little, Brown and Company hardcover books
2005réf. 25168London: Little Brown. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2005. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0316725234 . An eye-catching first edition/first Impression in Near Fine condition with cocked spine and "7 of 20" written in ink to top of title page in alike dust wrapper with minor edgewear and stray pen mark and price sticker to front. SIGNED by author Christopher Brookmyre directly on title page; Christopher Brookmyre's All Fun and Games Until Somebody Loses an Eye is the perfect novel for anyone who loves suspense and mystery. It tells the story of a group of friends who are caught up in a terrifying mystery. One by one they start to lose their eyesight until finally one of them is left with only one eye. The mystery deepens as they try to figure out what is happening to them and they must use all their ingenuity to stay alive. Christopher Brookmyre's suspenseful and exciting novel is sure to keep you guessing until the very end.; 8vo; 407 pages; Signed by Author . Little, Brown hardcover books
2004réf. 25787New York and Boston: Little Brown and Company. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2004. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0316608971 . An eye-catching first edition/first printing in Fine condition with a hint of page edge soiling in alike dust jacket with trivial edgewear. SIGNED by author George Pelecanos directly on the title page; Derek Strange is a rookie cop in his dream job. Frank Vaughn is at the opposite end of his career. Both of them are struggling to do their jobs against a backdrop of violent uprisings ; 8vo; vi 2-376 2 pages; Signed by Author . Little, Brown and Company hardcover books
2001réf. 25789Boston MA: Little Brown and Company. Very Good in Near Fine dust jacket. 2001. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0316695262 . A sharp first edition/first printing in Very Good condition with minor soiling to fore edge in Near Fine dust jacket with a hint of edgewear and sticker to front. SIGNED by author George P. Pelecanos directly on the title page; Ex cop Derek Strange is called in to investigate the homicide of a police officer in a late night clash which sends him to the depths of D. C.'s underbelly ; 8vo; 332 pages; Signed by Author . Little, Brown and Company hardcover books
1993réf. 26472New York: Dutton. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1993. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0525935878 . An elegant first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled edges in Fine dust jacket; Mitigating Circumstances: A Workbook for Grieving Adults is a book written by Nancy Rosenberg and is meant to help grieving adults deal with the challenges that come with the death of a loved one. The book is divided into six sections each of which covers a different type of challenge that grieving adults may face. The book includes exercises and tips to help grieving adults deal with their feelings manage their thoughts and cope with the practical challenges of their situation.; 8vo; 362 pages . Dutton hardcover books
2003réf. 25791Boston MA: Little Brown and Company. Near Fine in Very Good dust jacket. 2003. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0316608432 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with minor soiling to fore edge in Very Good dust jacket with light edgewear. SIGNED and dated in the year of publication by author George P. Pelecanos directly on the title page; When a local drug czar is jailed on murder charges P. I. Strange feels that is his responsibilty to find the truth. ; 8vo; 341 pages; Signed by Author . Little, Brown and Company hardcover books
1996réf. 26433New York: Viking. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0670851299 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled fore edge in alike dust jacket; In the Monkey's Fist William Pease tells the story of a man his wife and their young daughter who are kidnapped by a violent band of mountain men. Forced to flee for their lives the family must use all of their ingenuity and strength to make their way through uncharted territory and hostile tribes in order to escape. Along the way they face peril at every turn but they also find friendship and hope. This harrowing tale is full of suspense adventure and heart-wrenching moments.; 8vo; 358 pages . Viking hardcover books
1987réf. 42339New York: Grove Press. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1987. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0802100155 . First edition/first printing in Very Good condition with soiled edges in alike dust-jacket with soiling and edgewear. There is a small red spot located on the book's bottom edge approximately one inch from the fore edge; assuming a remainder mark but uncertain due to the mark's unusual placement; Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Arthur Miller tells his life story with humor passion and candor. Beginning with his childhood and continuing through his life and career telling of both sucesses and failures Miller gives colorful portraits of those people who touched his life such as Marilyn Monroe Orson Wells Lucky Luciano Clark Gable Tennessee Williams John F. Kennedy Mikhail Gorbachev and many more; Remainder; B & W Photographs; 8vo; 614 pages; FSA . Grove Press hardcover books
1988réf. 31203New York: Harcourt Brace. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1988. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. First edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in alike dust-jacket. Previous owner's stamp on the top outer page edges; At a time when the world seems to be falling apart NYPD detective Lia Vazquez is trying to build a life with her boyfriend and 2-year-old daughter. When Lia's partner is killed on the job she's thrust into a case that leads her to the heart of the city's crime scene. Lia must navigate the dangerous streets and corrupt government to bring the killers to justice.; 8vo; FSA . Harcourt Brace hardcover books
1994réf. 33147New York: Atheneum. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1994. 1st US Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0689121652 . First US edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in alike dust-jacket. Previous owner's initals written very small in the upper left corner of the ffep; The Tree of the Seventh Heaven is an exciting and descriptive tale of a young boy's journey to find his place in the world. The boy called Adam is sent away from the safety of his home to live with his grandfather in a faraway land. Adam is not sure what to expect but he is excited to begin his journey. Adam is quickly introduced to the customs and culture of the land he is living in and he finds himself at a loss for what to do with his time. One day while Adam is exploring the wilderness he comes across a tree with magical properties. Adam climbs the tree and finds himself in a beautiful land full of trees flowers and mountains. Adam is amazed by the beauty of this place and decides he wants to stay. Adam's grandfather is happy to have his grandson back and they spend the rest of their days exploring the Tree of the Seventh Heaven.; 8vo; 210 pages; FSA . Atheneum hardcover books
1984réf. 18796Franklin Center PA: Franklin Library. Fine. 1984. First Edition; First Printing. Full-Leather. A special first edition/first printing preceding the trade edition in Very Fine condition SIGNED by author Norman Mailer; The story of Tim Madden an unsuccessful writer addicted to bourbon cigarettes and careless women. He wakes one morning remembering nothing of the prior night. His Porsche is soaked with blood and in a secluded corner in nearby woods he finds a severed blonde head. Is he a murderer Can he reconstruct the missing hours of that terrible evening This outstanding book is bound in genuine leather and features gilded sewn in pages and ribbon marker simply superb quality Franklin Library at its best; 8vo; xviii 229 3 pages; 14601; Signed by Author . Franklin Library hardcover books
