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Vanishing Point
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 Local Description1996. First edition, first printing. A fine, unmarked copy in a near fine, unclipped d/w with light shelf rubbing and a small area of sticker residue to the rear panel. DescriptionCarl Strassberger's comfortable life in the south of France is shattered when his brother-in-law Larry Lucas, the heir to the family banking business, suddenly vanishes after landing a multimillion-dollar deal. Investigating Larry's disappearance, Carl uncovers a sinister travel company that helps wealthy, unhappy clients disappear to a new life. But Carl fears Larry is dead-or worse. Vanishing Point is a story of flight and pursuit, of financial intrigue, of old and menacing secrets unearthed and of normal lives thrown suddenly into violent confusion. 'Morris West has the enviable ability to thrust readers into a compelling story with very few wasted words. Amazon review Morris West is a remarkably consistent exponent of a dying art-the production of literate and intelligent bestsellers. The Sunday Times |
