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200825060London: MacMillan. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2008. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0230529356 . A captivating first edition/first Impression in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled fore edge in Fine dust wrapper. SIGNED by author David Hewson directly on the title page; is a story about a young boy who has a talent for math and science. When his teacher assigns a project to find the Fibonacci sequence in a set of numbers Dante is intrigued and decides to try and figure it out himself. He soon becomes obsessed with the sequence and the mysteries it holds. Along the way he meets a colorful cast of characters who help him learn more about himself and the world around him.; A Nic Costa Crime Novel; 8vo; 406 pages; Signed by Author . MacMillan hardcover
201125062London: MacMillan. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2011. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0230529372 . An attractive first edition/first Impression in Fine condition with trivial soiling to fore edge in alike dust wrapper with minor edgewear. SIGNED by author David Hewson directly on the title page; When sixteen-year-old rebellious Willow falls for the enigmatic and alluring Gabriel she never expects to be drawn into an underworld of dark secrets and dangerous desires. As her love for Gabriel intensifies Willow finds herself entangled in a world of magic forbidden love and deadly revenge.; A Nic Costa Crime Novel; 8vo; 390 pages; Signed by Author . MacMillan hardcover
200825063London: MacMillan. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2008. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1405050233 . An attractive first edition/first Impression in Fine condition with minor soiling to fore edge in alike dust wrapper. SIGNED by author David Hewson directly on title page; In a future world where the environment is ailing a group of scientists have created a genetically modified plant that can heal the earth. However when the plant escapes and begins to grow wild they have to fight to keep it from killing everything in its path.; A Nic Costa Crime Novel; 8vo; 437 pages; Signed by Author . MacMillan hardcover
200625061London: 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
200725064London: 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
200725066London: MacMillan. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2007. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1405050225 . A lovely first edition/first Impression in Near Fine condition with minor soiling to fore edge in alike dust wrapper with small to upper rear corner. SIGNED by author David Hewson directly on the title page; The Seventh Sacrament is an atmospheric and suspenseful novel that follows the lives of five people as they all try to figure out what happened to a missing girl. As the mystery unfolds the characters begin to question their own beliefs and the boundaries of life and death. This novel is subtly written but packs a punch as it examines the fragile balance between faith and reason.; 8vo; 419 pages; Signed by Author . MacMillan hardcover
200325528London: MacMillan. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2003. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1405000473 . A smart first edition/first Impression in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled page edges in alike dust wrapper with minor edgewear. SIGNED and Inscribed "Ciao!" by author David Hewson directly on the half title page; A riveting thriller filled with sinister secrets that has the police in an investigation that goes far beyond just a killing; 8vo; viii 2-360 pages; Signed by Author . MacMillan hardcover
200825115London: 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
200425529London: 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
200925116London: 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
200725068London: 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
200925069London: 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
200825071London: 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
200925530London: 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
200925531New 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
200725532London: 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
200425534New 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
200125540New 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
201025545New York: Simon & Schuster. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2010. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1416565159 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket. Boldly SIGNED by author Stephen Hunter directly on the title page; Four famed '60s radicals are gunned down at long range by a sniper. Under enormous media scrutiny the FBI quickly concludes that Marine war hero Carl Hitchcock . was the shooter. from the dust-jacket ; A Bob Lee Swagger Novel; 8vo; xii 1-418 2 pages; Signed by Author . Simon & Schuster hardcover
200525557New York: Scribner. Very Good in Fine dust jacket. 2005. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0743234707 . An elegant first edition/first printing in Very Good condition with soiling to bottom edge in Fine dust jacket. Boldly SIGNED by author Greg Iles directly on the title page; In Blood Memory Iles tells the story of a family torn apart by the Holocaust. Gerta the matriarch is forced to take her six children into hiding after the Nazis round up her family and friends. For three years the family survives in a secret bunker living off the land and stealing what they need to survive. But when Gerta's youngest daughter is discovered the family must flee for their lives. They make their way to freedom only to find that the horrors of the past have followed them. Gerta and her children must deal with the aftermath of the Holocaust including the death of their parents and the destruction of their home. Blood Memory is a powerful and heartbreaking story of family resilience and the power of love.; 8vo; 496 pages; Signed by Author . Scribner hardcover
200525559New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2005. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399148817 . A lovely first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled edges in alike dust jacket with minor edgewear and gold "Signed Copy" sticker to front. SIGNED by author Greg Iles directly on the first leaf; Sleep No More is a unique and captivating book that tells the story of a woman who is diagnosed with a sleep disorder. After trying every sleep remedy and treatment possible she is left with little hope of getting a good night's sleep again. However after trying out a few of the techniques in Sleep No More she finds that she is able to get a good night's sleep for the first time in years.; 8vo; 382 pages; Signed by Author . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover
200725562New York: Scribner. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2007. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0743292502 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled bottom edge in Fine dust jacket with trivial edgewear. Boldly SIGNED by author Greg Iles directly on the title page; Third Degree is the story of a young man's journey from innocence to experience. It is a story of courage hope and redemption. It is a story of the power of addiction and the strength of love. It is a story about the choices we make and the consequences of our actions.; 8vo; 385 pages; Signed by Author . Scribner hardcover
200425566New York: Scribner. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2004. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0743242157 . An attractive first edition/first printing in Fine condition with minor soiling to page edges in alike dust jacket with trivial edgewear. SIGNED and dated by the author Susan Isaacs directly on the title page; This is a story of a woman's life and her journey from the Deep South to the North. The author tells the story of her life her family and her experiences all the while describing the landscapes she passes through. The story is written in a lyrical and beautiful style and is a reminder that no matter where we are we all have a place in the world that is ours.; 8vo; 382 pages; Signed by Author . Scribner hardcover
201025567New York: Scribner. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2010. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1416573011 . A most attractive first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust jacket with light edgewear. Boldly SIGNED by author Susan Isaacs directly on the title page; When Ellen and Jay move to the country and start their own family they have high hopes for their lives as husbands and fathers. But Jay's volatile temper and Ellen's chronic insomnia quickly take their toll. As Ellen struggles to cope she finds herself drawn into the life of her neighbors the Johnsons. Ellen starts to see the family's struggles and success in a new light - as her own. She begins to see that her own husband is not the perfect man she thought he was and she starts to build a new life for herself.; 8vo; 342 pages; Signed by Author . Scribner hardcover
200125569New York: HarperCollinsPublishers. Very Good in Near Fine dust jacket. 2001. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0060195703 . A smart first edition/first printing in Very Good condition with bumped upper front corner and ink stain to lower margin of page 178 in Near Fine dust jacket with light edgewear. SIGNED by author Susan Isaacs directly on the title page; When five-year-old Lizzy's mother dies she is sent to live with her father in a small town in upstate New York. Lizzy is excited to see her father but she is also scared and lonely. Lizzy's father is busy working and doesn't seem to care about her. Lizzy spends her time exploring the town and making new friends. When her father finally comes home for a visit he tells her that he is moving away. Lizzy is sad to see her father go but she is also excited to start living her own life.; 8vo; 358 pages; Signed by Author . HarperCollinsPublishers hardcover