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199532703New York: Warner Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1995. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0446520535 . First edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; In The Grid Philip Kerr tells the story of a future world in which the population is tightly controlled and lives in a network of tightly regimented cities. The only way to escape the grid is to join the "runners" a band of fugitives who risk everything to break free.Kerr's future world is a compelling and frightening vision of the future and The Grid is an excellent novel that packs a powerful punch.; 8vo; FSA . Warner Books hardcover
200526013London: Bantam Press. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2005. 1st UK Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0593051467 . An attractive first British edition/first Impression in Fine condition in alike dust wrapper with minor edgewear and price sticker to front. SIGNED by author Simon Kernick directly on the title page; Simon Kernick's A Good Day to Die tells the story of John Donnelly a Dubliner who flees Ireland in the early 1800s in search of a better life. Donnelly becomes a peddler in America where he meets and falls in love with a Native American woman. The novel follows Donnelly's life as he tries to navigate the brutal world of early America where life is cheap and violence is the norm. Kernick's novel is a beautifully written and harrowing exploration of the human cost of migration.; 8vo; 329 pages; Signed by Author . Bantam Press hardcover
200326292New York: St. Martin's Minotaur. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2003. 1st US Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0312314019 . A stunning first American edition/first printing in Fine condition with a hint of page edge soiling in alike dust jacket; Simon Kernick's The Business of Dying is a profoundly moving and intimate exploration of life and death relationships and bereavement. It is the story of a father and son Sam and Tom who are forced to confront the inevitability of their own mortality when their father is diagnosed with terminal cancer. The Business of Dying is an unforgettable and deeply moving exploration of the bonds of family love and friendship and the fragility of life.; 8vo; 335 pages . St. Martin's Minotaur hardcover
200425077London: Bantam Press. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2004. 1st UK Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0593051351 . A smart first British edition/first Impression in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled edges in Fine dust wrapper with minor edgewear and price sticker to front. SIGNED by author Simon Kernick directly on the title page; is the story of a young man who grows up in a tough neighborhood on the Lower East Side of Manhattan. He is plagued by a lack of opportunity and a criminal lifestyle but has a knack for finding and fixing problems. When he is older he takes a chance and leaves the neighborhood to try and make something of himself. He eventually becomes a successful detective and earns the respect of his peers.The Crime Trade is the story of a young man's journey from the Lower East Side of Manhattan to the heights of detective work. Kernick vividly captures the grit and determination of a young man determined to make something of himself in a tough neighborhood. He is plagued by a lack of opportunity and a criminal lifestyle but has a knack for finding and fixing problems. When he is older he takes a chance and leaves the neighborhood to try and make something of himself. He eventually becomes a successful detective and earns the respect of his peers. Kernick's story is an inspiring testament to the power; 8vo; 382 pages; Signed by Author . Bantam Press hardcover
200325589London: Bantam Press. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2003. 1st UK Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0593049799 . A handsome first British edition/first Impression in Fine condition in alike dust jacket with a hint of edgewear and price sticker to front. SIGNED by author Simon Kernick directly on the title page; When an exchange student is found dead in her room the students of St. Augustine's Academy are quickly suspects. But when the victim's family refuses to cooperate with the police the detectives on the case must find another way to catch the killer.; 8vo; 367 pages; Signed by Author . Bantam Press hardcover
1949biblio13350<p>First edition first printing of this stand alone suspense novel. There is a 1/2 inch semi closed tear to the top edge of the dustjacket. Earlier owners name and address written neatly on the first free end page. Price clipped otherwise in very good / good condition.</p> Scribners hardcover
199732256New York: Alfred A. Knopf. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0679450513 . A bright first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear and rubbed spine; Author's first novel; 8vo; 273 pages; FSA . Alfred A. Knopf hardcover
199426286New York: Bantam Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1994. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0553089196 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled fore edge in alike dust jacket with minor edgewear and laminate separation to front; In this suspenseful novel a woman's search for the man who killed her sister sends her on a dangerous journey through the underbelly of Los Angeles.; 8vo; 386 pages . Bantam Books hardcover
199326287New York: Bantam Books. Very Good in Near Fine dust jacket. 1993. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0553092057 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Very Good condition with bumped lower corners in Near Fine dust-jacket with light edgewear; Jonathan Kellerman's "Devil's Waltz" is a comprehensive and well-researched account of the Zodiac Killer case. It is a detailed and compelling read that will keep readers hooked until the very end.; An Alex Delaware Novel; 8vo; 416 pages . Bantam Books hardcover
199926290New York: Random House. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1999. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 067945960X . A lovely first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled fore edge in Fine dust jacket; Jonathan Kellerman's Monster is the dark psychological thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end. With a masterful storyteller's touch Kellerman takes readers on a wild ride with a psychopathic killer who leaves a trail of carnage in his wake. From the outset Kellerman holds the reader captive with a riveting tale of twisted love dark secrets and violent revenge. As the killer's identity is revealed the stakes only get higher and the reader is left agonizing over who could have committed these heinous crimes. With chilling precision Kellerman weaves an intricate web of deceit that will keep you guessing until the final page.; 8vo; 396 pages . Random House hardcover
199326288New York: Bantam Books. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1993. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 055308013x . A smart first edition/first printing in Very Good condition with soiled page edges in Very Good condition dust-jacket with edgewear and laminate separation to front; Private Eyes is a novel by Jonathan Kellerman that follows the cases of two Los Angeles-based detectives Harry Bosch and Edgar Elias. Bosch is a veteran detective who has seen it all while Elias is a new detective who is eager to make a name for himself. The cases they investigate range from murder to rape and Kellerman does an excellent job of bringing the characters to life. The novel is fast-paced and suspenseful and I couldn't put it down. I highly recommend Private Eyes to anyone who loves a good mystery.; 8vo; 475 pages . Bantam Books hardcover
199526289New York: Bantam Books. Near Fine in Very Good dust jacket. 1995. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 055308920X . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled edges in Very Good dust jacket with edgewear and laminate separation to front; In this book Jonathan Kellerman expertly explains the various self-defense techniques that can be used in the event of a mugging or other attack. He covers a wide range of topics including how to defend against knife attacks how to defend against kicks how to defend against punches how to defend against guns and how to defend against axes and other weapons. This book is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to learn the best ways to protect themselves in a dangerous situation.; An Alex Delaware Novel; 8vo; 390 pages . Bantam Books hardcover
199026291New York: Bantam Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1990. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0553057960 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; In this twisty psychological thriller a professor is found dead with a time bomb attached to his chest. Police are baffled as to how the bomb could have been planted and they're even more perplexed when they find no evidence of a motive. The professor's wife who was out of town at the time of the murder is the only person who can help the police solve the mystery.; 8vo; 468 pages . Bantam Books hardcover
198930258New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1989. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399134492 . First edition/first printing in Very Good condition in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; After the death of his wife John Katzenbach returns to his childhood home to care for his ailing father. The townspeople of his boyhood are all gone but John finds comfort in his old friends. One of these friends a priest suggests that John contact a medium to help him deal with his grief. John is hesitant at first but he eventually decides to go through with it.The medium tells John that his wife is still with him and that she is unhappy. John is confused and frustrated by the medium's messages but eventually he decides to follow them. He learns that his wife had an affair and that she was planning to leave him. John is devastated by the news but he decides to go through with the divorce.The day of the divorce John's father dies. John is devastated by the loss but he decides to go through with the funeral. He attends the funeral and then drives away from the cemetery.; 8vo; FSA . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover
199926282New York: Ballantine Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1999. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 034542624x . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; Hart's War is a riveting fast-paced novel about a U.S. Army captain Hart and his battle against the Taliban in Afghanistan. Hart is a leader and a warrior and he is determined to protect his men and defeat the Taliban. This is a powerful story about the cost of war and the courage and determination of the people who fight it.; 8vo; 490 pages . Ballantine Books hardcover
199726283New York: Ballentine Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0345386310 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; John Katzenbach's gripping debut novel is the story of a young woman Quinn who is released from a coma after a near-fatal car accident. Quinn's journey to recovery and her re-entry into the world is a story of both physical and emotional healing. But as she rebuilds her life Quinn must confront the emotional and psychological scars of the accident - and the secrets she and her friends keep from each other.State of Mind is a story of hope resilience and the power of friendship. It captures the excitement and terror of adolescence the mystery of life and the fragility of love. With its powerful characters and gripping story State of Mind is a must-read for anyone who has ever felt lost and wondered what might have been.; 8vo; 409 pages . Ballentine Books hardcover
200226284New York: Ballentine Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2002. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0345426266 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; Raymond is a brilliant analyst who has been passed over for a promotion several times. One day he's given an assignment that could change his career. He must study a company and figure out why it's failing. Raymond starts to understand the company's culture and the problems it's facing. He comes up with a plan to save the company and is promoted as a result.; 8vo; 424 pages . Ballentine Books hardcover
198730472New York: Putnam. Very Good- in Very Good- dust jacket. 1987. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399132066 . First edition/first printing in Very Good- condition with soiling to front board and soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with edgewear chipping to upper and lower spine and damp staining to spine; is a story about a man named John who travels through time. He meets different people and experiences different things but he always finds his way back home.; 8vo; FSA . Putnam hardcover
200123647Paducah KY: Turner Publishing Company. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2001. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1563116537 . A Fine first printing of the first edition in alike dust-jacket signed and inscribed by author S. Peter Karlow directly on the title page; In Targeted by the CIA S. Peter Karlow a retired agent with the Central Intelligence Agency CIA tells the story of his thirty-year career in intelligence. Karlow's unique background as a CIA officer and a former professor of international relations gives him unique insight into the workings of the CIA.Karlow tells the story of his career in intelligence from his days as a college professor to his time as a CIA officer. He provides unique insights into the workings of the CIA describing how the Agency operates and the methods used to gather intelligence. Karlow also provides a behind-the-scenes look at some of the Agency's most famous operations.Targeted by the CIA is a fascinating story of one man's journey from college professor to CIA officer and back again. It is an insightful look at the workings of the CIA and the methods used to collect intelligence.; 8vo; iv 204 pages; Signed by Author . Turner Publishing Company hardcover
199231106New York: Atheneum. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1992. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0689120664 . First edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with stamp to half title page spine slant and bumped lower front corner in alike dust-jacket with small closed tear to rear top corner light edgewear and light soiling to back; A young adult novel set in a world where dragons still exist. After the death of his father Jakob sets out to find the truth about his family's history. He travels to the kingdom of the dragons where he meets a beautiful young woman named Astrid. Jakob is drawn to her and falls in love with her but he knows that he can't marry her and leave the kingdom. He must choose between his duty to his family and his love for Astrid.; 8vo; FSA . Atheneum hardcover
198926281New York: Simon and Schuster. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1989. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0671707582 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in Fine dust-jacket with trivial edgewear; Kaplan's The War of the Raven is a gripping fast-paced novel that tells the story of a young girl's journey to save her kingdom from an invasion by the undead. Told in alternating perspectives the story follows the young princess as she sets out on a journey to find allies and learn the ways of war from the best generals in the land. Along the way she must outwit her enemies fight off the undead and find a way to stop the invasion before it's too late.; 8vo; 383 pages . Simon and Schuster hardcover
200026275New 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
199226276New York: Dutton. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1992. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0525934561 . A lovely first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with page edge soiling in Fine dust jacket with trivial edgewear; In this novel the reader is taken on a journey through the lives of three people who are all impacted by death in different ways. In the first chapter the reader is introduced to Lina who is struggling to come to terms with her mother's death. Lina is a young woman who is trying to find her place in the world and figure out what she wants to do with her life. In the second chapter the reader is introduced to Alex who is struggling to come to terms with his father's death. Alex is a young man who is trying to find his place in the world and figure out what he wants to do with his life. In the third and final chapter the reader is introduced to John who is coping with the death of his wife. John is a retired man who is trying to find his place in the world and figure out what he wants to do with his life.; A Rachel Gold Novel; 8vo; 308 pages . Dutton hardcover
199526277New 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
199426278New York: Dutton. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1994. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0525937420 . A sharp first edition/first printing in Fine condition with a hint of page edge soiling in alike dust jacket; This book tells the story of a young man Michael A. Kahn who is trying to make a name for himself in the world of professional basketball. He has lofty dreams of becoming a superstar and winning a championship. However Michael's ambitions are met with obstacles at every turn. He must overcome the challenges of being a young player on a team with veteran players deal with the personal demons that haunt him and try to stay focused on his goals.; A Rachel Gold Novel; 8vo; 309 pages . Dutton hardcover
