Publication: Walker and Company, 1991, New York
First edition. Author's first book. Fine in fine dust jacket. PI Dave Strickland is asked to find Billy, a Tourette's syndrome victim and the son of Reverend Bauer. The church community from which Billy disappeared sees the child's Tourette's-induced swearing fits as blasphemy. The child's parents initially help Strickland in his search for Billy and then decide that their faith should be enough to bring their son home. When Billy's body is found in a nearby lake, Strickland must find the killer. He soon discovers who Billy's friends were and who Reverend Bauer's enemies are!! $17.50
Inventory Number: 19589