Martin's Mini-Mysteries

New York: Creative Consortium Books, 1998. AB4 - A first printing hardcover book in very good condition in very good dust jacket. Dust jacket has light discoloration, small dents, and light shelf wear. Book has really small dents, very light discoloration, and light shelf wear. Although not marked in any way, this copy comes from the personal collection of Otto Penzler, legendary editor and founder of the Mysterious Press, an award-winning icon in the genre. 9.25"x6.25", 180 pages. Satisfaction Guaranteed. The seventeen short stories in Bruce Martin's collection of mini-mysteries stand alone and can be read in any order. They are a special treat for the person who finds snatches of reading time. The story mix is eclectic with a common element among them: all are plot-driven. There are six murders, one suspected poisoning, and one assault. Other stories include a bank robbery, a burglary, a theft, two scams, an abduction combined with the robbery of a jewelry store, and a case of threatening messages. Then, tucked in between, is a love story! Travel with Martin's sleuths, who range in age from nine to seventy-something, through settings which include the Appalachian Trail, the Big Bend of the Rio Grande in Texas, an Elderhostel, a retirement party, an office Christmas party, a retirement home, a university, a hospital, and a church. The reader's journey is filled with twists and turns. Expect the unexpected!. First Printing. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.