Secondhand Crime Fiction & Thriller Bargain Book Box DSH1064

Secondhand Thriller & Adventure Bargain Book Box

Embark on a global journey of suspense, conspiracy, and high-octane action with this collection of twenty secondhand thriller and adventure novels. This curated set features literary heavyweights like Dan Brown, James Patterson, Wilbur Smith, and Mary Higgins Clark, offering a perfect mix of historical mysteries, espionage dramas, and heart-pounding chases. From the secret corridors of the Vatican and the diamond mines of South Africa to the gritty streets of London and New York, these stories promise relentless excitement and unforgettable heroes. Each book is secondhand and may show signs of wear.

1. The Stars Shine Down by Sidney Sheldon Lara Cameron is a real estate tycoon who fought her way from poverty to the top of a male-dominated world. But her empire is built on secrets, and now the ghosts of her past are returning to destroy everything she has achieved. As her enemies circle and her marriage crumbles, Lara must fight the toughest battle of her life to survive. Sheldon delivers a glamorous and gritty tale of ambition, power, and the high price of success.

2. Run for Your Life by James Patterson & Michael Ledwidge Detective Michael Bennett faces a terrifying killer who calls himself "The Teacher," targeting the arrogant rich of New York City. As the murders escalate into a citywide panic, Bennett must balance the investigation with caring for his ten adopted children who are battling the flu. The pressure mounts when the killer turns his attention to the detective's own family. It is a high-octane thriller that combines police procedural with intense personal stakes.

3. Pretend You Don't See Her by Mary Higgins Clark Lacey Farrell is a rising real estate agent who inadvertently witnesses a murder and sees the killer's face. Placed in the witness protection program, she must leave her old life behind and assume a new identity in a strange town. But the killer is relentless and has tracked her down, forcing her to play a deadly game of cat and mouse. Clark weaves a suspenseful narrative about identity, fear, and the courage to reclaim one's life.

4. Playing With Cobras by Craig Thomas Retired British agent Patrick Hyde is pulled back into the field when he is framed for the murder of his mistress in India. To clear his name, he must uncover a conspiracy involving heroin smuggling and high-ranking government corruption. The investigation takes him on a perilous journey across the subcontinent, hunted by both the police and the criminals. Thomas crafts a complex espionage thriller filled with authentic tradecraft and breathless action.

5. Tribute by Nora Roberts Former child star Cilla McGowan moves to Virginia to restore her grandmother's farmhouse and escape the spotlight. But her peaceful project is disrupted when she finds letters suggesting her grandmother's death decades ago wasn't a suicide. As she digs for the truth, she becomes the target of someone desperate to keep the past buried. Roberts blends romance and suspense in this story about Hollywood legends and small-town secrets.

6. The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown Robert Langdon is summoned to Washington D.C. to deliver a lecture, only to find a severed hand in the Capitol Rotunda. This gruesome discovery launches him into a race against time to save his mentor and unlock the secrets of the Masons. Guided by ancient symbols and hidden history, Langdon navigates the underground tunnels of the city. Brown delivers another fast-paced intellectual adventure packed with codes, history, and architectural intrigue.

7. Sliver of Truth by Lisa Unger Ridley Jones thinks she knows who she is until a random act of violence reveals a lie at the center of her life. She discovers that her father wasn't who he claimed to be, plunging her into a dangerous underworld of organized crime. As she searches for answers, she realizes that the only person she can trust might be the one she should fear most. Unger creates a taut psychological thriller about family secrets and the fragility of identity.

8. Past Reason Hated by Peter Robinson Inspector Banks investigates a stabbing in a quiet Yorkshire village, where the victim is found in her living room surrounded by Christmas cards. The case peels back the layers of a seemingly idyllic community to reveal long-held grudges and hidden passions. As the snow falls and secrets emerge, Banks must solve the puzzle before the killer strikes again. It is an atmospheric procedural that showcases Robinson's skill at probing the darker side of human nature.

9. Deception Point by Dan Brown When a NASA satellite discovers a rare object buried deep in the Arctic ice, it is a victory for the floundering space agency. But intelligence analyst Rachel Sexton suspects the discovery is too good to be true and uncovers a massive scientific deception. Hunted by a team of elite assassins, she must survive the frozen wasteland to expose the truth. Brown swaps religious iconography for political intrigue in this techno-thriller about power and corruption.

10. Tell No One by Harlan Coben Dr. David Beck has spent eight years mourning his wife, who was abducted and murdered by a serial killer. But when he receives a mysterious email containing a phrase only she would know, his world is turned upside down. Beck embarks on a desperate search to find out if she is still alive, while being pursued by the FBI and dangerous criminals. Coben delivers a masterpiece of suspense with a twisty plot that keeps you guessing until the end.

11. Monsoon by Wilbur Smith In this epic historical adventure, Hal Courtney and his three sons are commissioned by the British East India Company to hunt down a pirate. Their quest takes them from the shores of Africa to the exotic and dangerous waters of the Indian Ocean. Amidst battles and betrayals, the brothers must fight for their family's honor and their own survival. Smith paints a vivid picture of 18th-century maritime warfare and the clash of empires.

12. The Cobra by Frederick Forsyth The US President decides to end the cocaine trade once and for all by targeting the cartels with a secret, off-the-books operation. He recruits a retired CIA operative known as the Cobra to dismantle the supply chain with ruthless efficiency. The mission spans continents, employing deception and military force to cripple the drug lords. Forsyth combines geopolitical realism with thrilling action in this detailed account of a war on drugs.

13. True Faith and Allegiance by Mark Greaney Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan universe continues as a massive data breach exposes the identities of American intelligence officers worldwide. As agents are targeted for assassination, President Ryan must find the source of the leak and stop a global catastrophe. The story moves at breakneck speed, highlighting the new threats of cyber warfare and digital espionage. Greaney honors the Clancy legacy with a complex plot and authentic military detail.

14. Gold Mine by Wilbur Smith Rod Ironsides is a tough mining manager aiming for a directorship in a South African gold mine, but he gets caught in a deadly scheme. A plot to flood the mine and manipulate the gold price threatens the lives of thousands of workers underground. Rod must race against time and ruthless enemies to prevent the disaster and save the woman he loves. It is a gritty tale of greed, ambition, and heroism deep beneath the earth.

15. The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown While in Paris, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is awakened by a phone call in the dead of the night about a murder at the Louvre. The victim has left a trail of baffling codes that lead Langdon and cryptologist Sophie Neveu to the works of Leonardo da Vinci. They must decipher the clues to uncover a secret that could shake the foundations of Christianity. This global phenomenon blends art history, religion, and pulse-pounding action into an unforgettable chase.

16. Dark Winter by Andy McNab Nick Stone is an ex-SAS soldier working for British intelligence who uncovers a plot to unleash a biological weapon in the West. He must track down the terrorists responsible while navigating a web of betrayal within his own agency. The mission takes him from the frozen landscapes of Scandinavia to the heart of the conspiracy. McNab uses his real-world experience to create a gritty and realistic thriller about the threat of bioterrorism.

17. Eagle in the Sky by Wilbur Smith David Morgan is a young Israeli pilot who blinds himself to his heritage until he meets a beautiful writer named Debra. Their romance is cut short when he is called to fight, and tragedy strikes, leaving him scarred and seeking a new purpose. He finds it in a game reserve, fighting poachers and rediscovering his connection to the land. Smith delivers a sweeping saga of love, war, and conservation set against the backdrop of modern Israel and Africa.

18. Marauder by Clive Cussler & Boyd Morrison Juan Cabrillo and the crew of the Oregon respond to a distress call from a paralyzed oil tanker, only to find the crew incapacitated by a mysterious weapon. They uncover a villainous plot to use the technology to disrupt global energy supplies and spark chaos. Cabrillo must use his tactical genius and high-tech ship to stop the terrorists before it's too late. It is a classic Cussler adventure filled with maritime action and daring heroics.

19. London Bridges by James Patterson Alex Cross faces a formidable new enemy named "The Wolf," a mastermind who threatens to destroy major cities unless his demands are met. Bridges and tunnels are blown up in London and New York, creating mass panic and chaos. Cross must team up with international law enforcement to track down the terrorist before the next strike. Patterson ramps up the stakes in this fast-paced thriller that puts the detective on a global stage.

20. The White Knight by Scott Mariani Ex-SAS major Ben Hope returns to solve a mystery involving a lost manuscript and a secret that the church has guarded for centuries. When a friend is murdered, Ben is thrust into a deadly treasure hunt that pits him against a ruthless secret society. He must use all his combat skills to protect an innocent woman and uncover the truth. Mariani delivers a high-octane adventure that blends history, conspiracy, and modern action.