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  Blackbird Sisters: Book 2

  Dead Girls Don't Wear Diamonds

  by Nancy Martin

  When a high society jewel thief winds up drowned at the bottom of a pool with a tacky garden gnome tied to her ankles, Nora must swing into action to save her old flame from a hasty murder charge.
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  Blackbird Sisters: Book 6

  A Crazy Little Thing Called Death

  by Nancy Martin

  Impoverished Philadelphia heiress Nora Blackbird has agreed to wed Mick Abruzzo, son of New Jersey's most notorious mobster, leaving the city's bluebloods in shock. Then Nora and her sisters get some ominous news-Sweet Penny Devine, ex-Hollywood starlet and daughter of the Philadelphia Devines, has mysteriously disappeared. Even stranger, her family wants her declared dead pronto. Could someone have plotted her... (more)
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  Blackbird Sisters: Book 1

  How to Murder a Millionaire

  by Nancy Martin

  Nora Blackbird, society columnist and down-and-almost-out former debutante, reclaims her place within Philadelphia's elite when she stumbles upon the murdered body of a millionaire art collector.
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  Freight Train Graffiti

  by Roger Gastman

  Like Graffiti World , Freight Train Graffiti is the definitive history of a vibrant art form. Until now there was almost no written insight into this vast subculture, which inspires fascination across America and around the world. As dazzling as the art it celebrates, the book is packed with 1,000 full-color illustrations and features in-depth interviews with more than 125 train artists and "writers." Hundreds... (more)
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  Rosato & Associates: Book 12

  Lady Killer

  by Lisa Scottoline

  Mary DiNunzio has become a big-time business-getter at Rosato & Associates. But the last person she expects to walk into her office one morning—in mile-high stilettos—is super-sexy Trish Gambone, her high-school rival. Back when Mary was becoming the straight-A president of the Latin Club and Most Likely to Achieve Sainthood, Trish was the head Mean Girl, who flunked religion and excelled at smoking in the... (more)
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  Blackbird Sisters: Book 7

  Murder Melts in Your Mouth

  by Nancy Martin

  Down-to-earth debutante Nora Blackbird is having a meltdown. A noted Philly philanthropist has taken a swan dive from an office balcony—and Nora’s friend Lexie stands accused of the murder. Then her scheming parents reappear, sending all three Blackbird sisters into a panic. Now Nora must uncover her parents’ scandalous high jinks—before she winds up taking the heat…
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  Badge of Honor: Book 10

  The Vigilantes

  by W. E. B. Griffin, William E. Butterworth IV

  The dramatic new novel in Griffin's New York Times - bestselling chronicle of the Philadelphia police force. There's a sudden spike in murders in Philadelphia, but no one seems to mind much because the victims all seem to be lowlifes. The more Homicide Sergeant Matthew Payne investigates, however, the more he gets a bad feeling-one that only gets worse when vigilante groups spring up claiming credit for some... (more)
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  Ripped Dollars

  by Raymond Francis

  When some people picture Philadelphia, they think of Cheesesteaks and the Liberty Bell. "Ripped Dollars" will change that perception. The story centers on Tone and Amir, two youngn's who are their own and ready to do whatever is necessary to survive. From schemes to stick-ups, anything goes when it comes to making money. Tone and Amir are both truly reckless, living the fast life to the fullest. "Ripped... (more)
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  James Bond: Book 45

  Carte Blanche

  by Jeffery Deaver

  Bestselling thriller superstar Jeffery Deaver delivers a summer blockbuster: JAMES BOND is back and better than ever, updated for the new millenium.
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  The Lucky Boy

  by Caroline Gerardo

  Seth McGrath goes through hell to raise ten grand to find a girl. He is the son of a neurosurgeon and a pill popping debutante who send him away to be raised by his Grandmother. When Grandmother suddenly dies, Seth is sent back to a disillusioned life in Radnor, a suburb of Philadelphia. A hypnotic story that will charm you through a dark journey. Seth will sell drugs, arrange bum fights for hire, and worse. ... (more)