Secondhand Crime Fiction & Thriller Bargain Book Box DSH1029

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Secondhand Crime Fiction & Thriller Bargain Book Box

This collection is a high-octane mix of modern crime thrillers, forensic mysteries, classic detective fiction, and historical adventure, featuring a stacked lineup of bestsellers. Immerse yourself in the cerebral puzzles of Patricia Cornwell and Agatha Christie, the global conspiracies of Dan Brown, and the relentless action of James Patterson and Bernard Cornwell. This box guarantees hours of intense page-turning suspense and intricate plotting across twenty exceptional titles. Each book is secondhand and may show signs of wear.

  1. Digital Fortress by Dan Brown
    When the NSA’s ultra-secret, unbreakable encryption code is suddenly compromised by an anonymous programmer, the agency turns to its top cryptographer, Susan Fletcher. She races against time to decrypt the dangerous code, only to uncover a horrifying plot that threatens to collapse the entire US intelligence apparatus and plunge the world into a new era of digital anarchy. A thrilling techno-mystery exposing the vulnerabilities of the modern digital age.

  2. 4.50 From Paddington by Agatha Christie
    Elspeth McGillicuddy witnesses a murder taking place on a passing train while waiting at a station, but when no body is found, the police dismiss her claims. Only her friend, Miss Jane Marple, believes her and orchestrates a cunning scheme to uncover the truth, planting a resourceful young woman as a domestic worker near the suspected site of the disposal. A quintessential Golden Age mystery marked by shrewd observation and brilliant deductive reasoning.

  3. Old bones lie by Marion Todd
    Detective Inspector Clare Mackay investigates the chilling discovery of skeletal remains buried beneath an old farmhouse, unearthing a cold case involving a young woman who vanished decades earlier. As Mackay digs into the past, she confronts a tightly closed community fiercely protective of its secrets and a current wave of violence that suggests the killer might still be living among them. A tense and atmospheric police procedural set in Scotland.

  4. Burn by James Patterson & Michael Ledwidge
    NYPD Detective Michael Bennett is pursuing a ruthless killer responsible for a series of horrific, public murders executed with chilling precision. The killer seems to be targeting random victims, leaving behind few clues, forcing Bennett into a desperate race against time to understand the elusive motive before the streets of New York descend into widespread panic. An explosive, fast-paced thriller that pushes the detective to his physical and psychological limits.

  5. No Wind of Blame by Georgette Heyer
    When the highly unpopular matriarch of a dysfunctional country house is fatally poisoned in her own study, the local police are convinced it was suicide, but Inspector Hemingway suspects otherwise. He must carefully navigate the resentments, secrets, and tangled finances of the family members, who all seem to have had a motive to silence the difficult woman. A sophisticated and witty classic crime novel marked by sharp dialogue and elegant plotting.

  6. Crackdown by Bernard Cornwell
    Nick Stone, an ex-SAS operative working as a freelance undercover agent, is thrust into a terrifying mission in the Caribbean, where a mission to extract a wealthy drug lord’s family goes disastrously wrong. Caught between ruthless cartels and corrupt security forces, Stone must use every ounce of his military skill to survive and protect the innocent while fighting an impossible war alone. A gripping and authentic thriller driven by intense, realistic action.

  7. Cross Justice by James Patterson
    Alex Cross finds his life turned upside down when his cousin is falsely accused of murder in their hometown of Starksville, North Carolina, and Cross returns to defend him. The investigation forces Cross to confront his own troubled family history and deep-seated local secrets that someone is desperate to keep buried. This personal case is complicated further by the arrival of a dangerous serial killer targeting women in the area.

  8. Step on a Crack by James Patterson & Michael Ledwidge
    Detective Michael Bennett is celebrating Christmas Eve with his large family when a heavily armed team of terrorists takes the entire family of a famous actress hostage inside a lavish New York estate. Bennett, the only negotiator the terrorists will speak to, must manage the high-pressure situation, racing against time to save his family and the hostages from a killer with a terrifying, unknown agenda. A relentless, gripping hostage thriller.

  9. The Good Husband of Zebra Drive by Alexander McCall Smith
    Precious Ramotswe, the proprietor of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, deals with a case involving a troubled housemaid accused of poisoning, while also contending with her own assistant, Mma Makutsi, who is determined to launch a rival agency. As Mma Ramotswe applies her gentle wisdom to solving the case, she also navigates the complex social dynamics of modern Botswana. A charming and insightful novel exploring trust and human nature.

  10. The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins
    Rachel, reeling from a devastating divorce, spends her daily commute obsessively watching a seemingly perfect couple from her train window. When the woman she observes suddenly goes missing, Rachel believes she saw something crucial and inserts herself into the police investigation. However, her heavy drinking and unreliable memory cast doubt on her claims, leading to a dark, twist-filled psychological thriller.

  11. The Bone Bed by Patricia Cornwell
    Forensic pathologist Dr. Kay Scarpetta is confronted with a chilling case involving the mysterious death of a scuba diver who appears to have been killed by an endangered whale off the coast of Massachusetts. The investigation quickly leads Scarpetta to a sinister conspiracy involving high-tech weaponry, international intrigue, and a deeply disturbing discovery in a Virginia quarry. Scarpetta must navigate a complex web of deceit and danger to uncover the unnatural truth.

  12. The Interpretation of Murder by Jed Rubenfeld
    In 1909, a young Sigmund Freud travels to America, accompanied by his protégé, to deliver his famous lectures on psychoanalysis in New York. Simultaneously, a series of violent attacks against wealthy young women begins, and Freud is drawn into the ensuing police investigation, utilizing his controversial new theories to profile the killer. A historical thriller that blends actual events with fictional murder and the dawn of psychoanalysis.

  13. Corduroy Mansions by Alexander McCall Smith
    This delightful serial novel introduces the eccentric, interconnected residents of a fictional mansion block in London’s Pimlico district, each grappling with their own small dramas and unexpected discoveries. From a struggling private investigator to a man trying to launch a magazine dedicated to the single-bar heater, the narrative is filled with McCall Smith's signature gentle wit and warmth. A charming and engaging look at the human condition.

  14. What They Knew by Marion Todd
    DI Clare Mackay is called to investigate the disappearance of a prominent local journalist who seemed to have vanished into thin air, leaving behind few clues but many secrets. As she delves into the journalist’s contentious recent work, Mackay realizes the missing woman had been investigating a decades-old police corruption scandal that powerful figures want suppressed. This tense procedural highlights the dangerous cost of uncovering uncomfortable truths.

  15. Over My Dead Body by Jeffrey Archer
    Detective William Warwick, now facing a challenging transition in his career, is drawn into a complex, high-stakes art fraud case involving a priceless Rembrandt painting that leads him across Europe. His investigation requires him to enter the dangerous world of international criminals and uncover a vast criminal network operating under the guise of respectability. A compelling, globe-trotting thriller that tests Warwick’s intellect and dedication to justice.

  16. Southern Cross by Patricia Cornwell
    Kay Scarpetta, now working as a forensic consultant in Florida, is pulled into the disturbing case of a murdered police chief found in a remote swamp. The trail leads her to a shadowy, highly secretive organization linked to high-stakes corruption, deep betrayal, and a sinister serial killer operating under the radar. Scarpetta must navigate a hostile environment and a complex cover-up to expose a terrifying truth.

  17. Four Blind Mice by James Patterson
    Alex Cross’s long-time friend and mentor, General Oliver Stone, is falsely implicated in a heinous crime that connects to a Vietnam War atrocity known as 'Four Blind Mice'. Cross must race against a vengeful military prosecutor and a shadowy enemy from the past to uncover the truth and save his friend’s reputation and possibly his life. A fast-paced, deeply personal thriller delving into the dark consequences of historical cover-ups.

  18. Black Notice by Patricia Cornwell
    Dr. Kay Scarpetta is horrified when the remains of a brutally murdered woman are discovered in a cargo ship container near her morgue, leading her on a chilling international hunt for a highly skilled and elusive serial killer known only as 'The Werewolf'. The investigation takes Scarpetta from her lab to Paris, forcing her to confront a terrifying threat that seems immune to detection. A high-stakes forensic thriller that pushes Scarpetta to her professional limits.

  19. Therapy by Jonathan Kellerman
    Psychologist Dr. Alex Delaware is drawn into a complex case after the body of a beautiful, wealthy young socialite is found dead in a hot tub, surrounded by evidence of a bizarre ritual. As Delaware delves into the victim's secretive life, he encounters a world of dangerous sexual obsession, strange therapeutic practices, and powerful families desperate to protect their dark secrets. A compelling psychological thriller that probes the unsettling intersection of desire and pathology.

  20. Tick Tock by James Patterson & Michael Ledwidge
    Detective Michael Bennett is hunting a meticulously organized serial killer who is terrorizing New York City, leaving behind a series of cryptic messages and chillingly executed victims. The killer communicates directly with Bennett, turning the investigation into a tense, personal game that threatens to consume the detective's life and put his family directly in the line of fire. A relentless, signature Patterson thriller that keeps the suspense ratcheted high.



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Secondhand Crime Fiction & Thriller Bargain Book Box

This collection is a high-octane mix of modern crime thrillers, forensic mysteries, classic detective fiction, and historical adventure, featuring a stacked lineup of bestsellers. Immerse yourself in the cerebral puzzles of Patricia Cornwell and Agatha Christie, the global conspiracies of Dan Brown, and the relentless action of James Patterson and Bernard Cornwell. This box guarantees hours of intense page-turning suspense and intricate plotting across twenty exceptional titles. Each book is secondhand and may show signs of wear.

  1. Digital Fortress by Dan Brown
    When the NSA’s ultra-secret, unbreakable encryption code is suddenly compromised by an anonymous programmer, the agency turns to its top cryptographer, Susan Fletcher. She races against time to decrypt the dangerous code, only to uncover a horrifying plot that threatens to collapse the entire US intelligence apparatus and plunge the world into a new era of digital anarchy. A thrilling techno-mystery exposing the vulnerabilities of the modern digital age.

  2. 4.50 From Paddington by Agatha Christie
    Elspeth McGillicuddy witnesses a murder taking place on a passing train while waiting at a station, but when no body is found, the police dismiss her claims. Only her friend, Miss Jane Marple, believes her and orchestrates a cunning scheme to uncover the truth, planting a resourceful young woman as a domestic worker near the suspected site of the disposal. A quintessential Golden Age mystery marked by shrewd observation and brilliant deductive reasoning.

  3. Old bones lie by Marion Todd
    Detective Inspector Clare Mackay investigates the chilling discovery of skeletal remains buried beneath an old farmhouse, unearthing a cold case involving a young woman who vanished decades earlier. As Mackay digs into the past, she confronts a tightly closed community fiercely protective of its secrets and a current wave of violence that suggests the killer might still be living among them. A tense and atmospheric police procedural set in Scotland.

  4. Burn by James Patterson & Michael Ledwidge
    NYPD Detective Michael Bennett is pursuing a ruthless killer responsible for a series of horrific, public murders executed with chilling precision. The killer seems to be targeting random victims, leaving behind few clues, forcing Bennett into a desperate race against time to understand the elusive motive before the streets of New York descend into widespread panic. An explosive, fast-paced thriller that pushes the detective to his physical and psychological limits.

  5. No Wind of Blame by Georgette Heyer
    When the highly unpopular matriarch of a dysfunctional country house is fatally poisoned in her own study, the local police are convinced it was suicide, but Inspector Hemingway suspects otherwise. He must carefully navigate the resentments, secrets, and tangled finances of the family members, who all seem to have had a motive to silence the difficult woman. A sophisticated and witty classic crime novel marked by sharp dialogue and elegant plotting.

  6. Crackdown by Bernard Cornwell
    Nick Stone, an ex-SAS operative working as a freelance undercover agent, is thrust into a terrifying mission in the Caribbean, where a mission to extract a wealthy drug lord’s family goes disastrously wrong. Caught between ruthless cartels and corrupt security forces, Stone must use every ounce of his military skill to survive and protect the innocent while fighting an impossible war alone. A gripping and authentic thriller driven by intense, realistic action.

  7. Cross Justice by James Patterson
    Alex Cross finds his life turned upside down when his cousin is falsely accused of murder in their hometown of Starksville, North Carolina, and Cross returns to defend him. The investigation forces Cross to confront his own troubled family history and deep-seated local secrets that someone is desperate to keep buried. This personal case is complicated further by the arrival of a dangerous serial killer targeting women in the area.

  8. Step on a Crack by James Patterson & Michael Ledwidge
    Detective Michael Bennett is celebrating Christmas Eve with his large family when a heavily armed team of terrorists takes the entire family of a famous actress hostage inside a lavish New York estate. Bennett, the only negotiator the terrorists will speak to, must manage the high-pressure situation, racing against time to save his family and the hostages from a killer with a terrifying, unknown agenda. A relentless, gripping hostage thriller.

  9. The Good Husband of Zebra Drive by Alexander McCall Smith
    Precious Ramotswe, the proprietor of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, deals with a case involving a troubled housemaid accused of poisoning, while also contending with her own assistant, Mma Makutsi, who is determined to launch a rival agency. As Mma Ramotswe applies her gentle wisdom to solving the case, she also navigates the complex social dynamics of modern Botswana. A charming and insightful novel exploring trust and human nature.

  10. The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins
    Rachel, reeling from a devastating divorce, spends her daily commute obsessively watching a seemingly perfect couple from her train window. When the woman she observes suddenly goes missing, Rachel believes she saw something crucial and inserts herself into the police investigation. However, her heavy drinking and unreliable memory cast doubt on her claims, leading to a dark, twist-filled psychological thriller.

  11. The Bone Bed by Patricia Cornwell
    Forensic pathologist Dr. Kay Scarpetta is confronted with a chilling case involving the mysterious death of a scuba diver who appears to have been killed by an endangered whale off the coast of Massachusetts. The investigation quickly leads Scarpetta to a sinister conspiracy involving high-tech weaponry, international intrigue, and a deeply disturbing discovery in a Virginia quarry. Scarpetta must navigate a complex web of deceit and danger to uncover the unnatural truth.

  12. The Interpretation of Murder by Jed Rubenfeld
    In 1909, a young Sigmund Freud travels to America, accompanied by his protégé, to deliver his famous lectures on psychoanalysis in New York. Simultaneously, a series of violent attacks against wealthy young women begins, and Freud is drawn into the ensuing police investigation, utilizing his controversial new theories to profile the killer. A historical thriller that blends actual events with fictional murder and the dawn of psychoanalysis.

  13. Corduroy Mansions by Alexander McCall Smith
    This delightful serial novel introduces the eccentric, interconnected residents of a fictional mansion block in London’s Pimlico district, each grappling with their own small dramas and unexpected discoveries. From a struggling private investigator to a man trying to launch a magazine dedicated to the single-bar heater, the narrative is filled with McCall Smith's signature gentle wit and warmth. A charming and engaging look at the human condition.

  14. What They Knew by Marion Todd
    DI Clare Mackay is called to investigate the disappearance of a prominent local journalist who seemed to have vanished into thin air, leaving behind few clues but many secrets. As she delves into the journalist’s contentious recent work, Mackay realizes the missing woman had been investigating a decades-old police corruption scandal that powerful figures want suppressed. This tense procedural highlights the dangerous cost of uncovering uncomfortable truths.

  15. Over My Dead Body by Jeffrey Archer
    Detective William Warwick, now facing a challenging transition in his career, is drawn into a complex, high-stakes art fraud case involving a priceless Rembrandt painting that leads him across Europe. His investigation requires him to enter the dangerous world of international criminals and uncover a vast criminal network operating under the guise of respectability. A compelling, globe-trotting thriller that tests Warwick’s intellect and dedication to justice.

  16. Southern Cross by Patricia Cornwell
    Kay Scarpetta, now working as a forensic consultant in Florida, is pulled into the disturbing case of a murdered police chief found in a remote swamp. The trail leads her to a shadowy, highly secretive organization linked to high-stakes corruption, deep betrayal, and a sinister serial killer operating under the radar. Scarpetta must navigate a hostile environment and a complex cover-up to expose a terrifying truth.

  17. Four Blind Mice by James Patterson
    Alex Cross’s long-time friend and mentor, General Oliver Stone, is falsely implicated in a heinous crime that connects to a Vietnam War atrocity known as 'Four Blind Mice'. Cross must race against a vengeful military prosecutor and a shadowy enemy from the past to uncover the truth and save his friend’s reputation and possibly his life. A fast-paced, deeply personal thriller delving into the dark consequences of historical cover-ups.

  18. Black Notice by Patricia Cornwell
    Dr. Kay Scarpetta is horrified when the remains of a brutally murdered woman are discovered in a cargo ship container near her morgue, leading her on a chilling international hunt for a highly skilled and elusive serial killer known only as 'The Werewolf'. The investigation takes Scarpetta from her lab to Paris, forcing her to confront a terrifying threat that seems immune to detection. A high-stakes forensic thriller that pushes Scarpetta to her professional limits.

  19. Therapy by Jonathan Kellerman
    Psychologist Dr. Alex Delaware is drawn into a complex case after the body of a beautiful, wealthy young socialite is found dead in a hot tub, surrounded by evidence of a bizarre ritual. As Delaware delves into the victim's secretive life, he encounters a world of dangerous sexual obsession, strange therapeutic practices, and powerful families desperate to protect their dark secrets. A compelling psychological thriller that probes the unsettling intersection of desire and pathology.

  20. Tick Tock by James Patterson & Michael Ledwidge
    Detective Michael Bennett is hunting a meticulously organized serial killer who is terrorizing New York City, leaving behind a series of cryptic messages and chillingly executed victims. The killer communicates directly with Bennett, turning the investigation into a tense, personal game that threatens to consume the detective's life and put his family directly in the line of fire. A relentless, signature Patterson thriller that keeps the suspense ratcheted high.