Unfolding over one week at the height of the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962, this historical thriller follows best friends Stevie and Ray as they struggle, each in their own way, to make sense of the world and the threat hanging over them, while simultaneously trying to help a mysterious runaway. Age 10+
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Seller: Postscript Books, Newton Abbot, DEVON, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: New. Unfolding over one week at the height of the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962, this historical thriller follows best friends Stevie and Ray as they struggle, each in their own way, to make sense of the world and the threat hanging over them, while simultaneously trying to help a mysterious runaway. Age 10+. Seller Inventory # 528465
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Seller: Cross Genre Books, WEST LINN, OR, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. Daniela Jaglenka Terrazzini, dj art (illustrator). 1st Edition. Signed by Author(s). The dust jacket is unclipped (L12.99). 2 4 6 8 10 9 7 5 3 1 number line. Signed by the author on the title page. Seller Inventory # 007821
Seller: M&B Books, London, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine, no inscriptions. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine not price clipped (£12.99) just a few slight traces of wear to top of spine. First UK Edition. First Printing with full number line on copyright page. Plain signed by author on title page. Signed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # 003530
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Seller: The Print Room, Cockernhoe nr Luton, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. Jacket and illustrations by Daniela Jaglenka Terrazini (illustrator). 1st Edition. First edition, first impression with full number line. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR, IN BLACK PEN, ON TITLE PAGE 'Emma C. x' Some edge wear to top and bottom of jacket and spine, top corners slightly bruised, not price clipped (£12.99), no other inscriptions, internally clean tight and square, overall a vg+ copy. 325pp, illustrated. Nothing ever happens in World's End Close. So when Stevie discovers a runaway girl in her coal shed, the first thing she does is fetch her best friend, Ray. Both are dying for a bit of adventure, and when the girl begs for help, they readily agree. Yet they soon realise they've taken on more than they bargained for. The girl, Anna, reveals she's on the run from people who are trying to poison her. Meanwhile, on the news, the Americans and Russians are arguing over missiles in Cuba. As the threat of war grows, Anna's behaviour becomes more mysterious. And when Stevie unearths a dark family secret, she wonders if Anna has come to World's End Close on purpose, with a special message just for her. An enthralling thriller, perfect for our tumultuous times. Scarce signed. Signed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # 010697
Seller: Henffordd Books, Herefordshire, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. 1st edition, 1st printing 2021. Signed by the author to the title page, with 'Contains EXCLUSIVE short story' sticker to front cover. Slight rubbing to edges of dust-jacket, now protected using removable clear wrap, otherwise in excellent condition. Next day dispatch by Royal Mail in sturdy, recyclable packaging. 1000's of satisfied customers! Please contact us with any enquiries. Signed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # 022206
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