Description
For sale: a Rare and Exceptional first edition, first printing hardcover copy of The Spare Room by in a new archival wrap. First Edition stated, 2023 Ballantine. First Printing with full number line , 2 4 6 8 9 7 5 3 1.
The book is in Near Fine condition with clean, bright boards, strong title gilt on the spine, clean page blocks, tight binding, mild spine tilt, lightly rolled spine ends, mild edge wear, and strong corners. The interior of the book is also in Near Fine condition with the ghost of an erased price on the partially creased first free end paper. No other marks, inscriptions, or other signs of ownership inside. The end papers and the interior pages are clean and bright, making it an excellent addition to any collection.
The dust jacket is in Near Fine condition with a 1/2″ tear repaired with acid-free tape on the front, and mild surface and edge wear. Looks great in a new Brodart archival wrap.
Kelly’s new life in Philadelphia has turned into a nightmare: She’s friendless and jobless, and the lockdown has her trapped in a tiny apartment with the man she gave up everything for, who’s just called off their wedding. The only bright spot is her newly rekindled friendship with her childhood friend Sabrina—now a glamorous bestselling author with a handsome, high-powered husband.
Ships promptly in corrugated mailer with book wrapped in both craft paper and multiple layers of bubble wrap.