Published by Simon and Schuster, London; 2004. 8vo. 392pp. First edition, first impression. Condition: Fine/Fine.
Bound in original black cloth boards with gold gilt title to the spine. The binding is square and tight and in excellent condition, with no signs of damage or marking, save a touch of bumping to the spine. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and free from blemishes or wear.
This beautiful book is housed in its original, first issue, dust jacket, which is in equally smart condition. Other than a hint of bumping to the spine ends, the jacket is vibrant and bright and in near perfect condition.
In all, this is a beautiful example of this modern firs by Lynda la Plante, in which Detective Anna Travis is faced with her first murder case. After stumbling on a vital piece of information, she realises they are, in fact, dealing with a serial killer.