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1989ref. 26478New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1989. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. A Near Fine first edition/first printing with slight foxing to top of page block in Fine dust-jacket. Front board slightly separated at half-title page; "He was a man of God - or a power-crazed charlatan - with the future of the nation in his grasp. The ultimate Washington thriller as only Sanders can write it." ; 8vo . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover books
2011ref. 25426New York: Dutton. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2011. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0525952217 . A first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Meg Gardiner on the title page; "Edgar Award Winner Meg Gardiner returns with a gripping adrenaline-filled thriller featuring forensic psychologist Jo Beckett and an exhilarating game that turns into a deadly nightmare." ; 8vo; Signed by Author . Dutton hardcover books
2011ref. 26203New York: Minotaur Books. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2011. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0312644337 . A first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket; "Twelve years ago Chester Morton suddenly disappeared from his hometown with barely a trace and was never heard from again. For the past twelve years his mother has kept the search for her son alive.her determination has not only made his disappearance very high profile but it's also been damaging to her marriage her remaining children and herself." ; 8vo . Minotaur Books hardcover books
1999ref. 26373New York: William Morrow and Company Inc. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1999. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0688155014 . A bright first edition/first printing in Very Good condition with soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; Hillary Rodham Clinton tells her story in her own words recounting her experiences as a young woman striving to achieve her dream of becoming a lawyer first lady of Arkansas and first female senator from New York. She describes her pivotal role in the history of the United States from her work on the Watergate investigation and presidency to her role in the development of the Clinton Foundation and her work on behalf of women and children.; 8vo; 435 pages . William Morrow and Company, Inc. hardcover books
1996ref. 26201New York: Bantam Books. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0553099752 . A lovely first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled top edge in Fine dust-jacket; This book is about a girl who is trying to find her place in the world and her family is falling apart. She meets a boy who seems to be the same as her and they start a friendship. But as she gets to know him better she realizes that he is different from her and she decides to leave him.; A Gregor Demarkian Novel; 8vo; 275 pages . Bantam Books hardcover books
1988ref. 25930New York: Crown Publishers Inc. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1988. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0517569701 . A bright first edition/first printing in Very Good condition with soiled page edges in alike edgeworn dust-jacket. SIGNED and dated by author James Stewart Thayer; After a near-fatal car accident college student Olivia is left with a debilitating fear of driving. She is forced to give up her car and live in her parents' home. Olivia's only hope of overcoming her phobia is to take a driving class but her anxiety makes it near impossible to focus. When Olivia meets a mysterious man who offers her a job as a chauffeur she jumps at the chance. She soon realizes that the man is a Pickman a vampire who feeds on the fear of others. Olivia must use her chauffeur skills to track down the Pickman before he feeds on another person and destroys their life.; 8vo; 403 pages; Signed by Author . Crown Publishers, Inc. hardcover books
2000ref. 26409New York: William Morrow and Company Inc. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2000. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0688157475 . A sharp first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket; When eleven-year-old Margot moves with her family from their cramped home in the city to a sprawling estate in the countryside she's excited to start her new life. But Margot quickly discovers that the estate is haunted by the ghosts of its former inhabitants-victims of a sadistic ancestor. Margot's curiosity leads her on a harrowing journey through the house uncovering secrets and terrifying truths about her family's past. With the help of her new friend a ghost named Benjamin Margot uncovers the truth about her family's dark history and learns to stand up to her fears.Katherine Hall's The Body in the Bookcase is a heart-wrenching suspenseful story about the power of curiosity the strength of friendship and the courage to overcome fear.; A Faith Fairchild Mystery; 8vo; 244 pages . William Morrow and Company, Inc. hardcover books
1988ref. 25411New York: Pocket Books. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1988. 1st US Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0671676644 . A handsome first American edition/first printing in Fine condition with lightly soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with trivial edgewear. SIGNED by author Frances Fyfield directly on the title page; In the gripping and disturbing novel A Question of Guilt Frances Fyfield takes on the formidable subject of guilt. The story unfolds over the course of several days in the life of a woman Ruth as she wrestles with her conscience and tries to make sense of the death of her son. Ruth is tormented by the questions of whether she could have done anything differently to prevent her son's death and whether she is in any way responsible. As she contemplates her situation Ruth is pushed to the brink of insanity by her own torment. A Question of Guilt is a powerful and deeply moving exploration of the power of guilt and the devastating toll it can take on the individual and the community.; 8vo; 224 pages; Signed by Author . Pocket Books hardcover books
1998ref. 26197new York: Dutton. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1998. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0525944060 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with trivial edgewear; In The Expert two friends a doctor and a mathematician explore the world of expertise. They explore how expertise is acquired how it can be maintained and how it can be used. The book looks at a wide range of topics from the brain and how it creates expertise to how coaches can help athletes achieve excellence. The Expert is an interesting and accessible look at a complex topic and it is sure to appeal to anyone interested in learning about expertise.; 8vo; 470 pages . Dutton hardcover books
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
