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Name: The Best American Mystery Stories 2000
Author: Donald E. Westlake

📘 The Best American Mystery Stories 2000 by Donald E. Westlake

The Best American Mystery Stories is an annual anthology that brings together cutting-edge crime writing from established and emerging authors in the American short story tradition. This year's collection includes stories by the likes of Jeffery Deaver, Dennis Lehane, and Robert Girardi, showcasing the latest in the genre.

First publish date: 2000

Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies

Authors: Donald E. Westlake

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