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2005ref. 26459New York: HarperCollinsPublishers. Very Good in Fine dust jacket. 2005. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0060746890 . A smart first edition/first printing in Very Good condition with soiled page edges in Fine dust-jacket; Patrick Robinson's Hunter Killer is a fast-paced hard-hitting novel set in the world of big-game hunting. After his father's death young Craig Hunter is determined to follow in his footsteps and become the next great big-game hunter. When Craig's mentor and mentor's best friend is killed in a hunting accident Craig is determined to avenge his death. He joins a prestigious hunting expedition in Africa led by his uncle but soon finds himself in over his head. Craig must master the art of hunting if he wants to come out on top. Hunter Killer is a thrilling story of adventure betrayal and redemption set against the backdrop of one of the world's most enigmatic and dangerous landscapes.; 8vo; 453 pages . HarperCollinsPublishers hardcover books
2004ref. 26414New York: William Morrow. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2004. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 038097844X . A gorgeous first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket; In this beautifully written and haunting novel the lighthouse keeper Mrs. Lighthouse tells the story of her family who have been stationed at the lighthouse for generations. Her daughter Lily falls in love with the lighthouse keeper Mr. Lighthouse but is thwarted every time she tries to express her love to him. One night when a storm is raging outside and the lighthouse is dark and forbidding Lily finds herself alone with Mr. Lighthouse. She finally is able to tell him how she feels and they share a passionate kiss. The next day Lily finds out that Mr. Lighthouse has died in the storm. She is heartbroken but manages to continue to care for the lighthouse which becomes a source of comfort for her.; A Faith Fairchild Mystery; 8vo; 241 pages . William Morrow hardcover books
1992ref. 25723New York: Doubleday. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1992. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0385423764 . A bright first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges and bumped lower right corner in Fine dust-jacket. SIGNED and inscribed to previous owner by author Annette Meyers directly on the title page; The story follows a group of detectives as they try to solve a series of murders that are related by location and time. They are joined by a rookie detective who is trying to make a name for herself.; A Smith and Wetzon Mystery; 8vo; 340 pages; Signed by Author . Doubleday hardcover books
1997ref. 26398New York: Delacorte Press. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0385318707 . A bright first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear and laminate separation to front; In this riveting book former prosecutor and law professor Kathleen OShaughnessy takes readers on a compelling and intimate journey into the heart of the criminal justice system from the courtroom to the jail cell. She reveals the devastating ways in which the obstruction of justice can undermine the justice system and derail innocent lives.With unflinching honesty OShaughnessy takes readers on a journey from her own experiences as a prosecutor to the shocking revelations of the most high-profile cases of recent years including the prosecution of O.J. Simpson the impeachment of President Bill Clinton and the trial of Michael Jackson. She shows us how the system can be gamed how prosecutors and defense attorneys can collude to deprive the public of the truth and how the pressures of the media can create an environment in which justice is denied.This book is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the criminal justice system and the ways in which it; A Nina Reilly Novel; 8vo; 392 pages . Delacorte Press hardcover books
2006ref. 25924London: Michael Joseph. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2006. 1st UK Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 071814855X . A most attractive first British edition/first Impression in Fine condition in alike dust-wrapper with "first edition SIGNED by the author" sticker to front. SIGNED by author Nick Stone directly on the title page. Exclusive edition number 81/100; Billionaire's son Charlie Carver dissapears on the island of Haiti. Now Miami private investigator Max Mingus is offered $10 million to find him ; 8vo; viii 561 562 6 pages; Signed by Author . Michael Joseph hardcover books
1999ref. 26505New York: St. Martin's Press. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1999. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0312199422 . A stunning first edition/first printing in Fine condition with minor soiling to fore edge in alike dust-jacket; Jonathan Stone's The Cold Truth is an unflinching brutal examination of the psychological and physical costs of addiction. Stone a recovering addict and journalist takes readers on a harrowing journey from addiction's earliest beginnings to its devastating consequences.Stone exposes the lies we tell ourselves about addiction and the devastating effects of addiction on our families our loved ones and ourselves. He shows us how addiction can rob us of our dreams our jobs our homes and our sanity. The Cold Truth is a powerful and compelling look at one of the most challenging and deadly diseases in modern society.; A Detective Julian Palmer Novel; 8vo; 276 pages . St. Martin's Press hardcover books
1988ref. 25753New York: Delacorte Press. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1988. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0440500354 . An attractive first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; In this novel veteran Chicago detective Sara Paretsky takes on a new case that challenges her skills as a detective. The victim is a wealthy woman who was shot in the head. The investigation leads Sara to a shady underworld where she must use her cunning to catch the killer.; A V. I. Warshawski Mystery; 8vo; 328 pages; Signed by Author . Delacorte Press hardcover books
1990ref. 26367New York: Bantam Books. Near Fine in Very Good dust jacket. 1990. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0553057898 . A bright first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with bumped lower corners in Very Good dust-jacket with edgewear rubbing and chips to upper rear flap and upper rear; In Tender Death Annette Meyer tells the story of a woman who falls into a deep depression after the death of her husband. She retreats into her own world and begins to lose touch with reality. Meyer explores the woman's pain and the ways in which it affects her family and friends. Tender Death is an excellent exploration of the effects of grief on the individual and the community.; A Smith and Wetzon Mystery; 8vo; 276 pages . Bantam Books hardcover books
1996ref. 26395New York: Delacorte Press. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0385314132 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket with minor edgewear and laminate separation to front; Since the dawn of civilization people have been concerned about their privacy. In Invasion of Privacy OShaughnessy takes readers on a journey through history discussing the ways in which people have been violated by their governments corporations and one another. He argues that privacy is a fundamental human right and that we must fight to protect it.OShaughnessy is a leading expert on privacy rights and this book is a must-read for anyone who cares about the future of privacy.; A Nina Reilly Novel; 8vo; 419 pages . Delacorte Press hardcover books
1998ref. 26311New York: Simon & Schuster. Very Good in Near Fine dust jacket. 1998. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0684811847 . A bright first edition/first printing in Very Good condition with soiled page edges and lightly bumped corners in Near Fine dust-jacket with light edgewear; When Latts older sister is murdered she is determined to find the person responsible. With the help of a lawyer she embarks on a journey that takes her to the inner circles of power in the city. Latts pursuit of justice is a powerful story of family love and betrayal.; 8vo; 384 pages . Simon & Schuster hardcover books
1997ref. 26370New York: Doubleday. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 038547654X . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with light edgewear and minor page edge soiling in Fine dust-jacket; The Groaning Board is a novel about a family who moves to a small town in Maine. The family is a mix of generations and the dynamics between them are unique. The novel is told in three parts: the present the past and the future.; A Smith and Wetzon Mystery; 8vo; 321 pages . Doubleday hardcover books
2001ref. 26402New York: Delacorte Press. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2001. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0385334834 . A bright first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with bumped lower rear corner and soiled fore edge in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; In the early 1800s the Irish Potato Famine caused a mass exodus of over a million people many of whom ended up in America. The Irish were not the only ones to suffer from the famine; the British Isles were hit as well. The Writ of Execution is a document that was used by the British to force the Irish into work camps in the United Kingdom. The Irish were not allowed to leave the camps and were given very little food or water. Many died from the conditions or were forced to work in slave-like conditions. The Writ of Execution is a reminder of the terrible conditions that the Irish endured during the famine.; A Nina Reilly Novel; 8vo; 403 pages . Delacorte Press hardcover books
1986ref. 25929New York: Crown Publishers Inc. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1986. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0517558130 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with cocked spine and soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear. SIGNED by author James Stewart Thayer directly on the front free end paper; A man a woman and their dog are on a journey to find their way home. The man is trying to find his way back to his family the woman is trying to find her way back to her job and the dog is trying to find his way back to his pack. Along the way they meet different people and animals who help them on their journey.; 8vo; 404 pages; Signed by Author . Crown Publishers, Inc. hardcover books
2002ref. 26208New York: St. Martin's Minotaur. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2002. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0312271867 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; In Somebody Else's Music Haddam's lyrical and powerful novel the lives of two sisters are dramatically intertwined as they navigate the complicated waters of adulthood. When their father dies sisters Liza and Maggie must try to make sense of their complicated family history and the secrets that have been kept from them. As they explore their family history they also grapple with their own identities and the choices they face in the present. Haddam's lyrical and powerful novel is a compelling exploration of family identity and the ties that bind us to one another.; A Gregor Demarkian Novel; 8vo; 328 pages . St. Martin's Minotaur hardcover books
2003ref. 45816New York: Warner Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2003. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0446531898 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; The author takes a look at the history of idols and how they have been used throughout the years. He looks at how they have been used by different cultures and how they have influenced the way people think. He also looks at how people have used idols to manipulate and control others. The author provides examples of how idols have been used throughout history to influence the way people think and act.; 8vo; 424 pages . Warner Books hardcover books
2001ref. 26211New York: St. Martin's Minotaur. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2001. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0312209290 . A sharp first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in Fine dust-jacket with minor edgewear; The true believers of the small town of West Egg are the ones who refuse to let the outside world define them. They are the ones who stay true to themselves no matter what. They are the ones who are always there for one another no matter what. And they are the ones who will do anything to keep their town together.; A Gregor Demarkian Novel; 8vo; 328 pages . St. Martin's Minotaur hardcover books
1999ref. 26363New York: The Mysterious Press. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1999. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0892966947 . A most attractive first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket; Free Love is a book about a young woman who is struggling to find her place in the world. She is trying to find her place in the world by following her heart and doing what feels right to her. She is also trying to find her place in the world by finding a love that is true and is not based on what she thinks she needs.; An Olivia Brown Mystery; 8vo; 240 pages . The Mysterious Press hardcover books
1994ref. 26195New York: Warner Books. Very Good in Fine dust jacket. 1994. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0446517143 . A smart first edition/first printing in Very Good condition with soiled page edges in Fine dust-jacket with trivial edgewear and minor rubbing to silver foil lettering on front; In All Fall Down Gruenfeld and Lee follow the story of four siblings--two boys and two girls--whose lives are turned upside down when their father a successful businessman is diagnosed with a terminal illness. With only a few months to live he decides to spend his final days living a life he never could have imagined: he moves his family to the country and begins to farm. While the move is supposed to be a new beginning for the family they quickly find out that life in the country is anything but easy. The weather is harsh the work is hard and the family is constantly struggling to make ends meet. But despite the challenges they find themselves growing closer together and are ultimately able to find joy in the simple things in life.All Fall Down is a heartwarming story about family strength and the power of forgiveness. It is a story about the ways in which we can all fall down but how we can always pick ourselves back; 8vo; 436 pages . Warner Books hardcover books
1996ref. 26198New York: Dutton. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0525941304 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; After a year of law school newly minted attorney Nora moves to the big city to begin her career. Nora is excited to start her new job but discovers that the law firm she's been assigned to is run by a sexist and racist boss. Nora decides to take her case to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission EEOC. She is determined to fight for her rights and equality no matter what the cost.; 8vo; 436 pages . Dutton hardcover books
1996ref. 26157New York: Bantam Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0553092650 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear and laminate separation to front. SIGNED by author Elizabeth George directly on the title page; Elizabeth George's novel tells the story of two sisters during World War II as they are forced to flee their country and live in hiding while their father and brother fight on the front line. As the war progresses the sisters come to understand the devastating effects of war on both civilians and soldiers and they must make heartbreaking decisions that will affect their entire lives.This gripping novel is a must-read for anyone interested in the devastating effects of war on civilians and soldiers alike.; 8vo; 519 pages; Signed by Author . Bantam Books hardcover books
2006ref. 25618New York: Doubleday. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2006. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0385515324 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in About Fine dust-jacket with light edgewear. SIGNED and dated in the year of publication by author Mike Lawson directly on the title page; In The Second Perimeter Lawson takes readers on a harrowing journey into the heart of America's drug war. He follows the detectives who work the streets of Baltimore tracking the dealers and addicts who populate the city's neighborhoods. Lawson shows us the human cost of this battle as well as the larger implications of the drug war on American society.The Second Perimeter is a brilliantly written and riveting exploration of the American drug war. Lawson's characters are vivid and compelling and his insights into the drug trade and the police department are razor-sharp. This is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the forces driving America's long and bloody drug war.; A Joe Demarco Novel; 8vo; 321 pages; Signed by Author . Doubleday hardcover books
2000ref. 25497New York: Thomas Dunne Books / St. Martin's Minotaur. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2000. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0312252951 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; After a devastating winter the pack of wolves is finally starting to recover. They've formed a close-knit family and are thriving even finding love. But when a new alpha moves in the pack begins to fracture. The old alpha's death left them without a clear leader and the newcomer is not content with the status quo. As the pack starts to turn on one another the wolves must find a way to resolve their differences before it destroys everything they've built.This exciting and heartwarming book follows the journey of a pack of wolves as they struggle to find their way in a new and uncertain world. With stunning visuals and an emotional story Winter of the Wolf Moon is a must-read for fans of animal stories and adventure.; An Alex McKnight Novel; 8vo; 274 pages; Signed by Author . Thomas Dunne Books / St. Martin's Minotaur hardcover books
2009ref. 25611New York: William Morrow. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2009. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0061143480 . A handsome first edition/first printing in About Fine condition with binding pulling away from cover in Fine dust-jacket. SIGNED by author William Lashner directly on the title page; Blood and Bone tells the story of Vampire Academy a prestigious academy for young vampires. The students must fight against the demons that haunt their world while also trying to maintain their secret identities.; 8vo; 389 pages; Signed by Author . William Morrow hardcover books
1995ref. 26412New York: William Morrow and Company Inc. Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1995. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0688145744 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Fine condition in Near Fine dust-jacket with light edgewear; Katherine Hall Page's novel tells the story of three generations of women in a small Norwegian town. The women are connected by their bodies and their relationships to the land and to each other. They face challenges in their lives but also find joy.; A Faith Fairchild Mystery; 8vo; 278 pages . William Morrow and Company, Inc. hardcover books
2003ref. 26210New York: St. Martin's Minotaur. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2003. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0312271883 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with light page edge soiling in Fine dust-jacket with minor edgewear; In this fast-paced action-packed novel a group of young people have to band together to save the world from an all-out conspiracy.In the near future the world is a desolate post-apocalyptic landscape. The only people who have managed to survive are a group of young people who live in a secret society. They rely on their skills and knowledge to keep the world safe from the evil forces that are trying to take over.When the group is targeted by a powerful enemy they have to use all of their resources to survive. They must brave the harsh conditions and fight against the odds to save their world.; A Gregor Demarkian Novel; 8vo; 277 pages . St. Martin's Minotaur hardcover books
