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New York, NY · Books & Experiences

The Mysterious Bookshop

The kind of bookstore you dream of finding.

Rare books, intimate surroundings, knowledgeable people and the possibility that a great author conversation is happening downstairs.

THE VERDICTGO — ESPECIALLY IF YOU LOVE CRIME FICTION.
01
THE EXPERIENCE

I crossed Manhattan in pouring rain and sweltering humidity after the International Thriller Writers conference to hear Adrian McKinty talk with Don Winslow about THE CHAIN. It was worth every miserable subway minute.

02
WHAT WORKED

The collection is significant without sacrificing the intimate feel of a small bookstore. Manager Thomas Wickersham was knowledgeable, friendly and encouraging — even to beginning authors.

03
WHAT DIDN’T

Honestly? Nothing worth bitching about.

04
WORTH IT?

Yes. The original review supports the recommendation.

THE LAST WORD

GO — ESPECIALLY IF YOU LOVE CRIME FICTION.

“I’m looking for reasons to recommend them. They just have to earn it.”

David Temple
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