READER'S DIGEST SELECT EDITIONS - 4 novels in 1 book ~ Francis / Deaver / Ray / Nichol
Medium hard cover with dust jacket
Excellent condition
In Second Wind by Dick Francis, BBC meteorologist Perry Stuart embarks on a daring hurricane-chasing expedition in the Caribbean, hoping for adventure but finding danger far beyond the storm. After a catastrophic plane crash leaves him stranded at sea, Perry uncovers a sinister conspiracy involving stolen nuclear materials and international intrigue. As he navigates treacherous watersboth literal and politicalhe must rely on more than just his scientific knowledge to survive. The novel blends environmental suspense with espionage, pushing Perry into a world where trust is scarce and survival depends on quick thinking and resilience.
Jeffery Deavers The Devils Teardrop unfolds on New Years Eve, 1999, when a ruthless killer known as the Digger unleashes terror in Washington, D.C., demanding a $20 million ransom or promising further massacres. When the mastermind behind the plot dies unexpectedly, the Digger becomes an uncontrollable threat. Special Agent Margaret Lukas enlists retired FBI document examiner Parker Kincaid to decipher the ransom notethe only clue to the killers identity. As the clock ticks toward midnight, the team races to prevent another attack, navigating forensic puzzles, psychological tension, and a city gripped by fear.
In A Peculiar Chemistry by Kitty Ray, university lecturer Ellis Jones retreats to a remote Suffolk cottage inherited from her Great Aunt Nell, seeking solitude during her pregnancy and escape from a complicated relationship. Within the cottage, Ellis discovers Nells wartime diary, revealing a poignant story of forbidden love, personal loss, and resilience. As Ellis reads the entries, she begins to unravel long-buried family secrets and confronts her own emotional barriers. The novel delicately weaves past and present, exploring themes of independence, identity, and the healing power of memory.
Stinger by John Nichol follows RAF pilot Sean Riever, haunted by his experiences in the Falklands, as he joins a mine-clearing mission in Afghanistan in search of peace. But when a British passenger plane is shot down by a Stinger missile, Sean is pulled back into the chaos of war. The incident triggers a high-stakes investigation that forces him to confront old traumas and new dangers. Nichols thriller combines military realism with emotional depth, portraying the psychological toll of conflict and the moral complexities of duty and survival.
