{"product_id":"2026100006465-secondhand-the-years-best-mystery-suspense-stories-1987","title":"The Year's Best Mystery \u0026 Suspense Stories: 1987","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition remarks:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very Good. Jacket: worn\/faded. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings. Binding: Tight and intact. No stickers or labels visible. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA celebrated annual institution in crime fiction, The Year's Best Mystery \u0026amp; Suspense Stories: 1987 presents a masterfully curated collection of the finest short crime fiction published throughout the year. Edited by the legendary Edward D. Hoch — himself one of the most prolific short story writers in the genre — this anthology gathers standout works from the world's top mystery writers, showcasing the full spectrum of the genre from hard-boiled detective tales to psychological suspense. Each carefully chosen story illustrates the remarkable diversity and inventiveness that defined mystery writing in the mid-1980s, with Hoch's authoritative editorial eye ensuring only the most gripping and technically accomplished tales make the cut. An essential volume for any serious fan of crime fiction, it also includes Hoch's renowned annual necrology and a comprehensive rundown of award winners, making it as valuable as a reference work as it is a thrilling reading experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48887993401563,"sku":"2026100006465-SECONDHAND","price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/af0136f0-8278-452c-80c8-43b7aba6250a.png?v=1781751758","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/2026100006465-secondhand-the-years-best-mystery-suspense-stories-1987","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}