Barbara Neely BLANCHE ON THE LAM First and similar items

BLANCHE ON THE LAM By Barbara Neely New York: St. Martin's Press, (1992). First edition, first printing. SIGNED by the author to the title-page. Publisher's promotional bookmark laid in. A fine, tight copy; in a very nearly fine dust jacket with minor edge wear. Winner of the 1993 Agatha, Anthony, and Macavity Awards for Best First Novel. "Blanche White lends a refreshing African-American, female twist to the mystery tradition, as she turns from domestic worker to insightful--if reluctant--sleuth. A middle-aged housekeeper with a strong sense of humor, Blanche becomes an unlikely yet ingenious sleuth when murder disrupts the wealthy household of her employers."--Fantastic Fiction. The dust jacket will be protected with a new clear removable Brodart sleeve. PLEASE VIEW OUR STORE FOR MORE GREAT BOOKS THANKS! Created by Seller's Assistant Basic.