Booked to Die

6b John Dunning. New York: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1992. First Edition, First Printing. Notes Booked to Die by John Dunning introduces Denver homicide detective Cliff Janeway, a man whose passion for rare books rivals his commitment to justice. After the murder of local book scout Bobby Westfall, Janeway suspects the involvement of Jackie Newton, a notorious criminal adept at evading the law. When Janeway's attempt at off-duty retribution costs him his badge, he channels his energy into opening a rare bookstore, Twice Told Books, while continuing to investigate Westfall's death. As valuable books from a coveted collection surface, so do more bodies, leading Janeway into a perilous journey where the lines between his past and present blur. Dunning's novel offers a compelling blend of bibliophilic intrigue and gritty detective work, earning acclaim for its authentic portrayal of the antiquarian book world and its richly drawn characters. Description Blue hands back with navy canvas spine and blue lettering on the spine. Original pictorial dust jacket with minimal fogging to the back. Fine condition overall.