A Cold Heart (Alex Delaware Series, Book 17) First Edition
Ballantine Books · Books & Media > Fiction > Thrillers & Mystery
Era / Decade
Early 2000s (Published in 2003)
Material
Hardcover book with paper pages and likely a dust jacket (not fully visible)
Condition
Good. The page shown exhibits minor tanning/yellowing consistent with age, though the binding appears intact and the text is clean.
Demand Level
Low. This is a common mass-market title with high supply and low scarcity.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
Low: $4 | Mid: $8 | High: $15 (If signed or pristine)
Estimated Retail Value
$26.95
Comparable Sales
Recent individual sales on eBay range from $3.99 to $9.00 including shipping. Bulk lots of 5-10 Kellerman books typically sell for $20-$30.
Description
A Cold Heart by Jonathan Kellerman, published by Ballantine Books, New York. This 2003 psychological thriller is the 17th installment in the popular Alex Delaware series. Features a clean title page with bold typography on cream-colored paper stock.
Key Features
New York Times Bestselling author, part of a long-running collectible series, First Edition candidate (requires verification of number line on verso page).
Authenticity Indicators
Publisher imprint 'Ballantine Books - New York' is correct for the 2003 publication. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Age-related yellowing (tanning) of the pages; condition of the dust jacket and spine binding are unknown from the photo.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay, Amazon (FBM), or local book trade-in shops (e.g., Half Price Books).
Selling Tips
Best sold as part of a 'Series Lot' or 'Bundle' with other Alex Delaware novels to save on shipping costs; use USPS Media Mail for the most economical shipping to maximize small margins.