{"product_id":"2026100006434-secondhand-the-years-best-mystery-suspense-stories-1986","title":"The Year's Best Mystery \u0026 Suspense Stories: 1986","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition remarks:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good. Jacket: Worn\/faded, no tears. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings visible. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn annual institution in the world of crime fiction, The Year's Best Mystery \u0026amp; Suspense Stories: 1986 presents a masterfully curated selection of the finest short fiction the genre had to offer that year. Edited by the prolific Edward D. Hoch — himself one of the most celebrated mystery short story writers of the twentieth century — the anthology gathers standout works from both established masters and rising talents across the mystery and suspense landscape. Each story is chosen for its craft, ingenuity, and ability to grip the reader from the first line to the final twist, showcasing the remarkable diversity of the form. Hoch also includes his annual necrology and a rundown of the year's best novels and films, making this volume an indispensable reference for any serious fan of the genre. Taut, clever, and endlessly entertaining, this collection confirms why the series remained a benchmark of quality throughout its long and distinguished run.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48893804151003,"sku":"2026100006434-SECONDHAND","price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/dd032a5e-9fc2-47a0-8565-858f63924c24.png?v=1782040187","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/2026100006434-secondhand-the-years-best-mystery-suspense-stories-1986","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}