Secondhand Crime Fiction & Thriller Bargain Book Box SP2270

Secondhand Crime Fiction & Thriller Bargain Book Box

This action-packed collection of eighteen paperback novels is a goldmine for fans of high-octane adventure and gripping suspense. The box features a massive selection of Peter Watt’s beloved Australian historical sagas, chronicling the Duffy and Macintosh families across generations. It also includes blockbuster hits from Dan Brown, John Grisham, and Matthew Reilly, ensuring plenty of page-turning excitement. Please note that this box contains two copies of Eden by Peter Watt, ideal for sharing the start of the series with a friend. Each book is secondhand and may show signs of wear.

1. Silent Witness by Richard North Patterson Tony Lord, a successful defense attorney, returns to his hometown to defend an old friend accused of murder. The case forces him to confront his own dark past, where he was once the prime suspect in the killing of his high school sweetheart.

2. The Riders by Tim Winton Fred Scully waits at an Irish airport for his wife and daughter to arrive, but only his daughter steps off the plane. This sets him on a desperate, frantic journey across Europe to find his wife, exploring themes of love, loss, and the nature of obsession.

3. Eden by Peter Watt The first book in the epic Frontier saga, set in late 19th-century Australia. It introduces the rivalry between the Duffy and Macintosh families, spanning from the harsh Queensland outback to the battlefields of the Boer War.

4. Flight of the Eagle by Peter Watt Continuing the Frontier saga, this novel follows the next generation of the Macintosh and Duffy clans as they navigate love, war, and betrayal during the tumultuous years of the early 20th century.

5. Seven Ancient Wonders by Matthew Reilly A super-soldier named Jack West Jr. leads a team on a global treasure hunt to find the seven pieces of the golden capstone of the Great Pyramid. It is a breathless, non-stop action adventure that mixes history with high-tech weaponry.

6. The Pelican Brief by John Grisham When two Supreme Court justices are assassinated, a young law student writes a brief theorizing who is responsible. Her theory turns out to be correct, putting her life in immediate danger as she goes on the run from powerful enemies.

7. Angels and Demons by Dan Brown Symbologist Robert Langdon is called to CERN to investigate a murder branded with an ancient symbol. The trail leads him to the Vatican, where he must stop the Illuminati from destroying the church with a stolen antimatter canister.

8. Kill Shot by Vince Flynn CIA super-agent Mitch Rapp is hunting down the perpetrators of the Pan Am Lockerbie bombing in Paris when he walks into a trap. Wounded and on the run, he must evade capture while figuring out who betrayed him.

9. The Last Juror by John Grisham In 1970s Mississippi, a young newspaper owner reports on the trial of a man who raped and murdered a local mother. Years later, after the killer is paroled, the jurors who convicted him start dying one by one.

10. Final Winter by Brendan DuBois A suspenseful thriller involving a mystery writer who uncovers a dark conspiracy. (Note: This is a less common title, often associated with cold war or survivalist themes depending on the specific edition, but DuBois is known for solid mystery plotting).

11. The Silent Frontier by Peter Watt Another installment in the Frontier saga, plunging readers into the brutal conflict of the Pacific theater in WWII. The Duffy and Macintosh families find themselves fighting for survival in the jungles of New Guinea.

12. The Quickie by James Patterson & Michael Ledwidge A police officer plots the perfect crime to get back at her cheating husband, but things go wrong when a witness steps forward. The story twists and turns as the protagonist tries to cover her tracks while solving a murder.

13. To Chase the Storm by Peter Watt Set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War and the social upheaval of the 1960s, this novel continues the sprawling family drama. It explores the cost of war and the changing face of Australia.

14. The Stone Dragon by Peter Watt The saga moves to the exotic and dangerous world of the Boxer Rebellion in China. A young Australian soldier finds himself caught in the siege of Peking, fighting for his life and a forbidden love.

15. Touch the Clouds by Peter Watt The story returns to the rugged landscapes of Papua New Guinea and the Australian outback. It deals with the gold rush era and the colonial ambitions that shaped the nation, weaving history with personal tragedy.

16. Papua by Peter Watt This novel focuses on the bloody battles fought on the Kokoda Track during WWII. It is a gritty, emotional account of the Australian soldiers who held the line against the Japanese advance.

17. Eden by Peter Watt (Duplicate Copy) A second copy of the first book in the Frontier series. Perfect for gifting to a friend to get them hooked on this addictive historical saga.

18. Dead Giveaway by Brenda Novak Algonquin Police Chief Virgil Skinner finds a dead body in the trunk of his car, launching a personal and dangerous investigation. He must team up with an old flame to clear his name and catch a killer.