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Old 02-12-2013, 10:02 PM   #47
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from Mysterious Press/Open Road, Amazon, US at least

The Eighth Dwarf, by Ross Thomas is reduced to $2.99 (I think normally $8)
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005PFN7F0

Ross Thomas is one of my favorite mystery writers of all time. His plots usually include quirky characters, dry humor, and double-dealing. Although typically set in "current" time (at the time they were written), this one is set in post-WWII era. Characters include the titled dwarf, Nazis and a nazi hunter. Closest similar writing style I can think of might be some of Donald Westlake's stand-alone novels.
For those who aren't familiar with his work, it's worth a shot if it looks interesting. For those who are familiar with his books, and get curious, a quick warning: The Amazon author page shows another Thomas novel with a $2.99 price (The Highbinders), but this is actually an identically titled book from a different author. (Thomas's "The Highbinders" is available, but at a higher price not linked to the author page. I've sent Amazon a message asking them to correct the error.)

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