Laurie R. King: With Child. London, HarperCollins, 1997. First edition, first printing. Black cloth, silver gilt. Demi 275 pp. Print sequence to copyright page reads 1 3 5 7 9 10 8 6 4 2. Review copy with slip laid in giving pub date of 20 March, 1997. First British edition of King’s third Kate Martinelli novel.

The story involves female detective Casey Martinelli and her partner Lee and the 12 year old Jules. A personal story. King is a prolific author, yet she has the highest acclaim for well-crafted stories and intriguing characters. King has written over 25 novels and is highly esteemed on both sides of the Atlantic.

Condition: Nice sharp, unread copy, as new except for the top-edge which is sunned. Near Fine in fine unfaded jacket.