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New York: Doubleday, 1994. ARC . Paperback. Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This is an Advance Reading Copy, or ARC (similar to, but not the same as an "Uncorrected Proof" or an "Unedited, Uncorrected Page Proof") - a publishing state fast becoming an attractive "collectible", as it precedes the First Edition. Houston Criminal Intelligence Division head Marcus Graver discovers an international consortium involved in selling private computerized information as well as illegal drugs and arms trafficking (activities largely financed by legitimate businessmen). 519 pages, with a promotional letter from the author laid-in. CONDITION: a bright, tight, square, unmarked, uncreased copy with negligible shelf-wear (just tiny scuffs at two spine-end corners). This beautiful, highly collectible copy is now in a clear, protective polypropylene bag.

New York: Pocket Books, 1993. ARC . Large Softcover. Near Fine. This is an Advance Reading Copy, or ARC - a publishing state fast becoming an attractive "collectible", as it precedes the First Edition. When Nancy Kincaid comes into work, an unfamiliar woman tells her to leave. This is Nancy Kincaid's office, the woman says, but you are not Nancy Kincaid. As Nancy protests, her memory grows fuzzy and her reason seems to slip away. None of her workmates recognize her, and she is distracted by a voice in her head that suggests she shoot them all. Ejected from her office, she collects herself in the park. A homeless man pesters her, mumbling that at eight o'clock-the animal hour-there is someone she has to kill. Over and over she tells him to leave, until she finds the pistol in her purse. She kills the bum and sets off a whirlwind of insane violence that will not stop until the animal hour comes to pass. 322 pages, a publisher's "review" card laid-in. CONDITION: a bright, tight, square, unmarked,… Read More

New York: Delacorte Press, 1999. ARC . Large Softcover. Fine (As New). 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This is an Advance Reading Copy, or ARC - a publishing state fast becoming an attractive "collectible", as it precedes the First Edition. In the space of a few days, a series of events will set Peter Pascoe and Andy Dalziel off on a case where the stakes have never been higher or more close to home. First, an attempt is made to abduct Peter Pascoe's wife, Ellie. Then Ellie's friend, Daphne Alderman, is assaulted by a man lurking around the Pascoes' house. Convinced that the crimes are somehow linked to one of Peter Pascoe's cases, either current or past, Dalziel and Pascoe race to find the culprit. 408 pages. CONDITION: a bright, tight, square, unmarked, uncreased, evidently unread copy with negligible shelf-wear. This handsome, highly collectible copy is now in a clear, protective polypropylene bag.

New York: Crown Publishers, Inc., 1989. Advance Reading Copy (ARC) . Trade Paperback. Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. THE NEW COLLECTIBLE! This is the limited (advance) Uncorrected Proof state - not quite the same as, but often referred to as an Advance Reading Copy, or ARC - fast becoming an attractive "collectible", as it precedes the First Edition. It is a story of love and high adventure, set in the Caribbean. Pilot Winston Riviere, soon to be respectably married after a living a rather wild life, finds a small plane abandoned at the St. Thomas airport by dope smugglers. A terrible hurricane complicates his attempt to take possession of the plane, while linking his fate with that of a young, disenchanted tourist. 235 pages. CONDITION: a bright, tight, square, unmarked, uncreased copy with nieglgible shelf-wear - now in a clear, protective polypropylene bag.

New York: St. Martin's Press, 1994. Advance Reading Copy (ARC) . Large Softcover. Near Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. The sequel to Wilhelm's best-selling Death Qualified, in a scarce, highly collectible LIMITED EDITION ADVANCE READING COPY or ARC (similar to, but not the same as an "Uncorrected Proof" or an "Unedited, Uncorrected Page Proof") - a publishing state fast becoming an attractive "collectible", as it precedes the First Edition and is generally limited to just a few hundred copies. NOTE: A photocopy promotional letter from Kate Wilhelm to booksellers is laid in. 342 pages. CONDITION: a bright, solid, square, unmarked, possibly unread copy with negligible shelf-wear, compromised only by some light creasing in the lower left corner of the back cover. This handsome copy is now in a clear, protective polypropylene bag.

London & New York: Calder - Riverrun, 1994. First Edition . Trade Paperback. Fine Minus. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Paul Webster (cover photo). Calderbook CB453. A chase thriller that evolves into a horrific, erotic, suspense-filled tale with deep psychological undertones. 248 pages. CONDITION: a bright, tight, square, unmarked, uncreased, evidently unread copy with negligible shelfwear (just a lightly-bumped spine corner). This handsome copy is now in a clear, protective polypropylene bag.

New York: Delacorte Press, 1988. Advance Reading Copy (ARC) . Large Softcover. Near Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This pre-first edition Advance Uncorrected Proof copy is signed by the author on a label pasted onto the inside front cover making it very highly collectible. 306 pages. CONDITION: a bright, solid, square unmarked copy with minimal shelfwear, compromised only by a touch of sunning on the spine and a tiny cover corner bump-crease, This attractive copy is now in a clear, protective polypropylene bag.

New York: Doubleday, 1992. Uncorrected Proof . Large Softcover. Very Good Plus. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. THE NEW COLLECTIBLE! This is a Limited Edition Uncorrected Proof copy, often designated as an Advance Reader's Copy/ARC (though they are usually not technically the same.) As such, this small-print-run state precedes the First Edition - hence its collectibility. This large paperback edition appears to have the same size page-block as the subsequent hardcover. This thriller, set in Guatemala, follows detective Jim Fossler and Stuart Haydon as they try to locate the missing daughter of a wealthy businessman. The story is populated by American expatriates, corrupt military officials, and Guatemalan guerillas, plus an elusive woman quite different from who her parents thought she was. 417 pages. CONDITION: a solid, square, unmarked Very Good Plus copy with light shelf-wear, a hint of spine sunning, and a couple very faint creases on the cover. This attractive,… Read More

New York: Viking Press, 1995. 1985 Reprint . Trade Paperback. Fine Minus. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This is an "Advance Uncorrected Proofs" copy - often referred to as an "Advance Reading Copy" [or ARC] and an "Unedited, Uncorrected Page Proof" - fast becoming an attractive collectible, as it precedes the First Edition. "The violent death of a psychiatrist sends his wife on a journey into her hidden self." 322 pages. CONDITION: a bright, tight, square, unmarked, likely unread Fine Minus copy with negligible shelf-wear - just a single small near-crease on the cover. This handsome, collectible copy is now in a clear, protective polypropylene bag.

New York: Doubleday, 1997. ARC . Paperback. Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This is an Advance Reading Copy, or ARC (similar to, but not the same as an "Uncorrected Proof" or an "Unedited, Uncorrected Page Proof") a publishing state fast becoming an attractive "collectible", as it precedes the First Edition. "A brilliant, richly atmospheric financial thriller --- that does for Tokyo what 'Gorky Park' did for Moscow." 438 pages. CONDITION: a bright, tight, square, unmarked, uncreased copy with minimal shelf-wear. This attractive, collectible copy is now in a clear, protective polypropylene bag.

New York: Delacorte Press, 1996. Uncorrected Proofs . Large Softcover. Near Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This is a LIMITED EDITION Advance Reading Copy, or ARC (also designated as "from uncorrected proofs") - fast becoming an attractive "collectible", as it precedes the First Edition. A psychopath has hijacked a Florida cruise ship, killing off the passengers one by one. 374 pages. CONDITION: a bright, tight, square, unmarked copy with negligible shelfwear (a couple miniscule cover-corner scuffs) and a single previously-turned page corner. Another seller might grade this copy as "Fine" with a clear conscience, but I prefer to remain conservative. This handsome collectible edition is now in a clear, protective polypropylene bag.

New York: Ballantine Books, 1992. Uncorrected Proof . Large Softcover. Very Good Plus. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This is an "Uncorrected Proof" copy, often referred to as an "Advance Reading Copy" [or ARC] and an "Unedited, Uncorrected Page Proof" - fast becoming an attractive collectible, as it precedes the First Edition. When financial executive Verity Banks' latest proposal is axed by her boss, she decides to show how easy it is to break through automated security, hide money, and then show senior management where it is. Then her former mentor, financial wizard, Dr. Zooltan Tor ups the ante, and dares her to steal a billion dollars, invest it to earn thirty million in three months, then put the original billion back before anyone notices. To heighten the challenge, Tor and Verity will compete against each other, though Tor gives Verity an edge: she can use a computer for her theft, but he cannot.... 401 pages. CONDITION: a bright, tight,… Read More

New York: Hyperion, 1995. ARC . Paperback. Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This is an Advance Reading Copy, or ARC, replicating the uncorrected proof - a publishing state fast becoming an attractive "collectible", as it precedes the First Edition. "Chain of Evidence is the intense, heart-pounding story of student versus mentor in the playing field of forensic investigation. Ridley Pearson links computer technology, psychological intensity, and complex questions of police and human ethics to create this breathlessly paced, unputdownable thriller." 309 pages. CONDITION: a bright, tight, square, unmarked, uncreased, likely unread copy with negligible shelf-wear. This handsome, collectible copy is now in a clear, protective polypropylene bag.

New York: St. Martin's Press, 1992. ARC . Large Softcover. Near Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This is an Advance Reading Copy, or ARC - a publishing state fast becoming an attractive "collectible", as it precedes the First Edition. For four years at Annapolis he prepared for this, pledging his youth, his ambition, and even his life. But when junior officer Dan Lenson finally gets his commission, it's an aging World War II destroyer. Now, with a mix of pride and fear, he heads into the world's most dangerous seas. As the Ryan plunges into the dark waters of the Arctic Circle at the height of storm season, Lenson and the crew pursue a mysterious and menacing enemy. But he soon discovers a foe even more dangerous within the Ryan, advancing a shocking agenda that drives the ship closer and closer to disaster-testing Lenson's life and loyalty to their very limit. 432 pages. CONDITION: a bright, tight, square, unmarked, uncreased, likely unread copy… Read More

New York: Poseidon Press, 1993. Uncorrected Proof . Large Softcover. Very Good Plus. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This is an Advance Reading Copy, or ARC - a publishing state fast becoming an attractive "collectible", as it precedes the First Edition. Guy Horton and Max Wingate, both disaffected veterans of World War I, have roamed the world as partners in various confidence games. Amid Depression-era gloom they court English heiress Diana Charnwood with hopes of quick financial gain. Their callow scheme leads, however, to murder and a harsh moral education as Guy's investigation of the homicides unexpectedly uncovers those responsible for the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand. 331 pages. CONDITION: a bright, tight, square, unmarked copy with minimal shelf-wear (including a couple miniscule corner bumps) and a single faint spine crease. This handsome, collectible copy is now in a clear, protective polypropylene bag.

New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons, 1992. Advance Reading Copy (ARC) . Soft cover. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This is an Advance Reading Copy, or ARC (similar to, but not the same as an "Uncorrected Proof" or an "Unedited, Uncorrected Page Proof") a publishing state fast becoming an attractive "collectible", as it precedes the First Edition. This is Martini's "debut" novel, of a prominent lawyer's suicide - or was it murder? The lawyer's wife is arrested and charged, and she hires her former lover to defend her. 379 pages. CONDITION: a bright, tight, square, unmarked copy with light shelf-wear, a couple cover-corner creases, and a few previously folded page corners. This attractive copy is now in a clear, protective polypropylene bag.

New York: E. P. Dutton, Inc., 1992. Uncorrected Proofs . Large Softcover. Very Good Plus. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This is an "Uncorrected Proofs" copy - often referred to as an "Advance Reading Copy" [or ARC] and an "Unedited, Uncorrected Page Proof" - fast becoming an attractive collectible, as it precedes the First Edition. In order to rescue his wife from the international terrorist who has kidnapped her, American agent Alex Moran must first unravel the secrets of his father, who was also a spy. 451 pages. CONDITION: a bright, tight, square, unmarked Very Good Plus copy with light shelf-wear, plus bumped (outer) corners on the back cover. This remains an attractive, collectible copy - now in a clear, protective polypropylene bag.

New York: Harper & Row, 1990. ARC . Paperback. Very Good Plus. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This is an Advance Reading Copy, or ARC - a publishing state fast becoming an attractive "collectible", as it precedes the First Edition. "Paradise is the perfect escape for ex-Marine Nick Breakspear, captain of a charter yacht operation in the Bahamas, until he agrees to pilot a "detox cruise" for the drug-addled grown son and daughter of a powerful U.S. senator. Ambushed far from port, he is helpless to prevent the murder of a crew member by modern-day pirates who sink Nick's yacht before vanishing with the senator's kids." 308 pages. CONDITION: a bright, tight, square copy with light shelf-wear, unmarked but for a pencil-price erasure inside, a single ultra-faint reading crease on the spine. This attractive, collectible copy is now in a clear, protective polypropylene bag.

New York: Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill, 1997. Advance Reading Copy (ARC) . Paperback. Near Fine. 5" x 7. One of a small print-run pre-First Edition set of presentation copies intended for "The Friends of Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill". An outstanding first novel in which "A child is brutally murdered. A once-peaceful neighborhood is thrown into a panic, and the only lead is the accusation of a ten-year old child." But is she telling the truth? 285+ pages. CONDITION: a bright, tight, square, unmarked, likely unread copy with negligible shelf-wear, compromised only by a faint bend-crease on the back cover. This handsome, collectible copy is now in a clear, protective polypropylene bag.

New York: Viking Press, 1993. Advance Reading Copy (ARC) . Paperback. Near Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. THE NEW COLLECTIBLE! This is a Limited Edition special Advance Reader's Copy, also designated as an Uncorrected Proof (though they are technically not quite the same.) As such this state precedes the First Edition - thus its collectibility. This large paperback edition appears to have the same size page-block as the hardcover. It's London in the 1820s and Ross's dapper detective finds a murdered woman in his bed during a an elegant country weekend at a friend's estate. High society intrigue at its most provocative! 333 pages. CONDITION: a bright, solid, square, unmarked, uncreased copy with minimal shelf-wear - now in a clear, protective polypropylene bag.