Secondhand Crime Fiction & Thriller Bargain Book Box DSH1179

Secondhand Crime Fiction & Thriller Bargain Book Box

Get ready for an adrenaline rush with this compelling collection of secondhand thrillers and mysteries. Featuring a roster of bestselling authors renowned for their intricate plots and gripping suspense, this box is perfect for readers who love a good puzzle, unexpected twists, and stories that keep them guessing until the very last page. Each book is secondhand and may show signs of wear, adding to its unique charm and history.

1. Cradle and All by James Patterson
   Dive into a gripping tale of religious intrigue and scientific marvel as two virgin women across the globe mysteriously become pregnant. Investigating the unsettling phenomenon, the Vatican confronts a conspiracy that could reshape humanity's understanding of faith and miracles. This thriller is a race against time with monumental implications.

2. When the Wind Blows by James Patterson
   Discover a thrilling blend of sci-fi and suspense as a retired FBI agent investigates a bizarre conspiracy involving children with wings. These extraordinary kids are hiding from sinister forces, leading to a high-stakes chase where a woman must protect them and uncover the truth behind their genetic mutation.

3. Innocent Graves by Peter Robinson
   Join Inspector Alan Banks as he confronts a perplexing murder case in the tranquil English countryside. When a young girl's body is discovered in a churchyard, Banks delves into the secrets of a seemingly peaceful community, uncovering dark truths and hidden motives. This mystery is a masterclass in atmospheric suspense.

4. The Broker by John Grisham
   Follow a powerful D.C. lawyer who, after a presidential pardon for an espionage conviction, is covertly released from prison into a new life abroad under the watchful eye of the CIA. As he tries to piece together his past, he realizes he's a pawn in a deadly game, forced to navigate a labyrinth of international espionage and betrayal.

5. The Appeal by John Grisham
   Immerse yourself in a high-stakes legal battle where a small Mississippi town is rocked by a multi-million-dollar lawsuit against a chemical company. The company’s powerful owners will stop at nothing to influence the upcoming judicial election, revealing the dark underbelly of money and power in American justice.

6. No More Dying Then by Ruth Rendell
   Chief Inspector Wexford faces a puzzling case when a mother disappears, leaving her baby behind, while another child vanishes from the neighborhood. This intricate psychological mystery delves into the minds of its characters, exploring the hidden motivations and emotional depths that drive human behavior.

7. Self-Defense by Jonathan Kellerman
   Join psychologist Alex Delaware as he helps solve a disturbing case involving a young woman accused of a violent crime. As Delaware uncovers layers of repressed memories and a troubled past, he must distinguish between victim and perpetrator in a complex psychological thriller that blurs the lines of truth and perception.

8. Violets Are Blue by James Patterson
   The chilling "Mastermind" returns, and Alex Cross finds himself in a desperate race against time to stop a cunning serial killer who orchestrates murders with precision. As Cross delves into the killer's intricate game, he confronts a nemesis unlike any he's faced before, pushing his investigative skills to their limits.

9. A Thief of Time by Tony Hillerman
   Join Navajo Tribal Police Lieutenant Joe Leaphorn and Officer Jim Chee as they investigate the disappearance of an anthropologist obsessed with ancient Anasazi ruins. Their search leads them deep into the spiritual heart of the Navajo Nation, unearthing a complex mystery tied to ancient history and modern greed.

10. Rising Sun by Michael Crichton
    Witness the cultural clash and technological intrigue in this gripping thriller set in Los Angeles, where the murder of a call girl at a new Japanese corporate tower threatens to ignite an international incident. Two detectives race against time, navigating corporate secrecy and cultural differences to uncover the truth.

11. Knots & Crosses by Ian Rankin
    Enter the dark and gritty world of Detective John Rebus in his first case, as he investigates a series of brutal murders targeting young girls in Edinburgh. Rebus finds himself drawn into a labyrinth of clues, including disturbing notes and symbolic knots, while confronting his own troubled past.

12. The Afghan by Frederick Forsyth
    Delve into a high-stakes international thriller where a retired British intelligence officer is tasked with impersonating a Taliban commander to uncover a massive terrorist plot. This meticulously researched novel plunges into the murky world of espionage, politics, and the war on terror with astonishing detail and suspense.

13. Year of the Tiger by Jack Higgins
    Experience an explosive thriller as a determined agent races against time to thwart a cunning plot involving a hijacked supertanker and a desperate terrorist organization. With high-octane action and relentless suspense, this novel is a classic tale of heroism and danger in the face of global threat.

14. The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown
    Embark on a pulse-pounding intellectual adventure as Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is called to investigate a murder at the Louvre Museum. The investigation uncovers a trail of cryptic clues leading to a secret society, ancient conspiracies, and a quest for a truth that could shake the foundations of Christianity.

15. The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins
    Peer into the fractured mind of Rachel Watson, an unreliable narrator who witnesses something disturbing from her daily commuter train. Her obsession with the lives she glimpses leads her into a dark and intricate web of secrets, murder, and psychological suspense, where nothing is as it seems.

16. The Deceiver by Frederick Forsyth
    Enter the shadowy world of British intelligence as a seasoned agent, Sam McCready, faces a potentially career-ending inquiry. He recounts four perilous missions, each revealing the brutal realities of espionage and the moral compromises required in the service of country. This novel is a masterclass in spycraft and intrigue.

17. Blue Horizon by Wilbur Smith
    Embark on a swashbuckling adventure across the treacherous seas of the 18th century with the Courtney family. This historical epic follows a young sailor's journey from a life of slavery to fighting against pirates and rival colonial powers, seeking fortune and love in a world of danger and discovery.

18. Second Wind by Dick Francis
    Join a seasoned television meteorologist who, while on assignment in Florida, finds himself unwittingly embroiled in a dangerous plot involving smuggling and murder. As he navigates the murky waters of crime and corruption, he must use his wits to survive and uncover the truth.

19. The Danger by Dick Francis
    Plunge into the perilous world of kidnapping and ransom with a professional hostage negotiator who faces his most challenging case yet. As he races against time to rescue a kidnapped jockey, he discovers a complex web of deceit and betrayal that puts his own life on the line.

20. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
    Unravel a dark and intricate mystery alongside disgraced journalist Mikael Blomkvist and the brilliant, enigmatic hacker Lisbeth Salander. Their investigation into the disappearance of a wealthy girl decades earlier uncovers a chilling tale of family secrets, corruption, and violence in Swedish society.

21. Golden Fox by Wilbur Smith
    Return to the epic saga of the Courtney family with this thrilling tale of espionage, betrayal, and passion set against the backdrop of political upheaval in South Africa and the Cold War. The novel follows a daring woman whose life becomes entangled with a charismatic revolutionary, leading to high-stakes adventure and a dangerous love.