Vanishing Point - Softcover

Morris West

Softcover

ISBN 10: 006101222X ISBN 13: 9780061012228

Publisher: Harper Paperback, 1997

Synopsis

Carl Strassberger's comfortable life in the south of France is shattered when his brother-in-law Larry Lucas, the heir to the family banking business, suddenly vanishes after landing a multimillion-dollar deal. Investigating Larry's disappearance, Carl uncovers a sinister travel company that helps wealthy, unhappy clients disappear to a new life. But Carl fears Larry is dead-or worse. Vanishing Point is a story of flight and pursuit, of financial intrigue, of old and menacing secrets unearthed and of normal lives thrown suddenly into violent confusion. 'Morris West has the enviable ability to thrust readers into a compelling story with very few wasted words. Amazon review Morris West is a remarkably consistent exponent of a dying art-the production of literate and intelligent bestsellers. The Sunday Times

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From the Back Cover:

The peace of Carl Strassberger's comfortable life as the only son of a wealthy banker pursuing his artistic career in the south of France is shattered suddenly when his brother-in-law, Larry Lucas, the heir to the family business, simply vanishes after landing a multi-million dollar deal.

Summoned to investigate Larry's disappearance, Carl goes undercover and discovers the sinister travel company Larry used for his escape, whose business it is to help wealthy, unhappy clients disappear. But Larry's mental state was so fragile at the same time of his disappearance that Carl fears he is dead...or worse.

'Vanishing Point' tells the chilling tale of an incredibly successful but manic-depressive banker who, having been driven to the dangerous edge of things, decides to vanish. It is a story of flight and pursuit, of financial intrigue, of old and menacing secrets unearthed, and of normal lives thrust suddenly into violent confusion.

"West has a talent, possessed by only the very best"
NATIONAL REVIEW

"Morris West is a remarkably consistent exponent of a dying art – the production of literate and intelligent bestsellers"
SUNDAY TIMES

About the Author:

Morris West was one of the great storytellers of the twentieth century. He wrote 28 novels, several of which were made into films, as well as plays and non-fiction. Australian-born, his books have sold nearly 70 million copies worldwide, and have been translated into 28 languages. He is best known for his novels The Devil's Advocate, The Shoes of the Fisherman and The Clowns of God.

About this edition

• Publisher: Harper Paperback
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 006101222X
• ISBN 13: 9780061012228
• Binding: Mass Market Paperback