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The Best American Mystery Stories 2005

by Otto Penzler, Joyce Carol Oates
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The ultimate collection of gripping American mysteries.

This book is a must-read for mystery lovers who crave suspense, intrigue, and unforgettable characters. With a carefully curated selection of the best American mystery stories from 2005, this anthology will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Each story is crafted by some of the most talented writers in the field, guaranteeing a thrilling and immersive reading experience. Don't miss out on this captivating collection that showcases the very best in the world of mystery fiction. Get ready to unlock the secrets and unravel the puzzles hidden within these pages.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Best American Mystery Stories 2005

by Otto Penzler, Joyce Carol Oates
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ISBN: 9780618517459
Authors: Otto Penzler, Joyce Carol Oates
Publisher: Mariner Books
Date of Publication: 2005-10-05
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Mystery/Crime/Thriller
Related Topics: Mystery, Mystery Thriller
Goodreads rating: 3.63
(rated by 179 readers)

Description

The Best American series has been the premier annual showcase for the country's finest short fiction and nonfiction since 1915. Each volume's series editor selects notable works from hundreds of periodicals. A special guest editor, a leading writer in the field, then chooses the very best twenty or so pieces to publish. This unique system has made the Best American series the most respected--and most popular--of its kind. The identity club / Richard Burgin --Disaster stamps of Pluto / Louise Erdrich --Delmonico / Daniel Handler --Jack Duggan's law / George V. Higgins --Old boys, old girls / Edward P. Jones --The shooting of John Roy Worth / Stuart M. Kaminsky --Until Gwen / Dennis Lehane --The shoeshine man's regrets / Laura Lippman --When all this was Bay Ridge / Tim McLoughlin --Case closed / Lou Manfredo --Sault Ste. Marie / David Means --Public trouble / Kent Nelson --Officers weep / Daniel Orozco --The last man I killed / David Rachel --One Mississippi / Joseph Raiche --Cruisers / John Sayles --Reconstruction / Sam Shaw --The love of a strong man / Oz Spies --Loyalty / Scott Turow --Barracuda / Scott Wolven --Contributors' notes --Other distinguished mystery stories of 2004
 

The ultimate collection of gripping American mysteries.

This book is a must-read for mystery lovers who crave suspense, intrigue, and unforgettable characters. With a carefully curated selection of the best American mystery stories from 2005, this anthology will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Each story is crafted by some of the most talented writers in the field, guaranteeing a thrilling and immersive reading experience. Don't miss out on this captivating collection that showcases the very best in the world of mystery fiction. Get ready to unlock the secrets and unravel the puzzles hidden within these pages.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.