The Burglar in the Library
The Burglar in the Library by Lawrence Block is a reprint edition published by HarperCollins on February 27, 2007. This 400-page novel follows Bernie Rhodenbarr, a bookseller and burglar from Manhattan, as he embarks on a romantic getaway to the Cuttleford House, a secluded bed and breakfast. Initially planning to spend time with his girlfriend Lettice, Bernie finds himself accompanied by his friend Carolyn after Lettice’s unexpected marriage announcement. The getaway takes a dark turn when Bernie discovers a dead body in the library, setting off a series of events that complicate his plans.
Readers will find a blend of mystery and detective elements as Bernie navigates the challenges posed by a snowstorm, a surprising guest list, and a rising number of corpses. The story unfolds with Bernie needing to solve the mystery of the murder while also pursuing a valuable first edition book. The narrative captures the tension and intrigue of the situation, making it a compelling read for fans of fiction centered around crime and investigation.
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Bookseller and New-Yorker-to-the-bone, Bernie Rhodenbarr rarely ventures out of Manhattan, but he’s excited about the romantic getaway he has planned for himself and current lady love Lettice at the Cuttleford House, a remote upstate b&b. Unfortunately, Lettice has a prior engagement—she’s getting married . . . and not to Bernie—so he decides to take best buddy Carolyn instead. A restful respite from the big city’s bustle would be too good to waste. Besides, there’s a very valuable first edition shelved in the Cuttleford’s library that Bernie’s just itching to get his hands on. Did we neglect to mention that Bernie’s a burglar?
But first he’s got to get around a very dead body on the library floor. The plot’s thickened by an isolating snowstorm, downed phone lines, the surprise arrival of Lettice and her reprehensible new hubby, and a steadily increasing corpse count. And it’s Bernie who’ll have to figure out whodunit . . . or die.
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