Description: After his girlfriend dumps him to marry another, Bernie Rhodenbarr retreats to an upstate B&B with his sights set on a valuable first edition located in the inn's library. But when a dead body appears and all the guests remain snowbound, it's up to Bernie to solve the case.
Brief description:
Lawrence Block is one of the most widely recognized names in the mystery genre. He has been named a Grand Master of the Mystery Writers of America and is a four-time winner of the prestigious Edgar and Shamus Awards, as well as a recipient of prizes in France, Germany, and Japan. He received the Diamond Dagger from the British Crime Writers' Association--only the third American to be given this award. He is a prolific author, having written more than fifty books and numerous short stories, and is a devoted New Yorker and an enthusiastic global traveler.