Books Tell You Why, Inc.

A most attractive first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust jacket. SIGNED by author Sara Paretsky directly on the title page.

Hardball is the story of NYPD detective Michael Bennett and his battle against the city's most dangerous criminals. Bennett is a street-smart cop who never backs down from a fight, and he's used to dealing with thugs and robbers who think they can get away with anything. When Bennett starts investigating a series of high-profile murders, he quickly realizes that the killers are using brutal tactics - and that they're getting help from someone in the police department. Bennett's relentless investigation leads him to the top of the city's criminal hierarchy, and he must fight to prevent the city from falling into chaos. Hardball is a gripping story of suspense, violence, and betrayal, and it's sure to keep readers glued to the pages until the explosive finale.; A V. I. Warshawski Mystery; 8vo; 446 pages; Signed by Author.