Ex-library. Numerous library stamps and markings. Adhesive tape stains to boards and endpapers and edges of dust wrapper. Dust wrapper in adhesive plastic jacket.; 222 pages. Red papered boards with gilt lettering and Crime Club logo on spine. "The thin, dove-grey fog and the ear-nipping frost made Police Constable Alister McIllwraith glad to be alive [...]" - opening sentence.; Ex-Library; 12mo 7" - 7½" tall