Robert Trotta (69 results)

Paperback. Condition: Good. Murder in the Gardens is a well-written crime novel by first time author Robert Trotta, a retired Detective from the New York City Police Department. Aging mobster Rocco DeAngelis is paroled from prison after spending twenty years behind bars for the sensational Drake Hotel New Years Eve robbery in 1983. Forced into retirement Rocco moves to Palm Beach Gardens Florida, where he plans and executes the heist of a famous Marc Chagall painting at the behest of the NY Russian mob. Fearing the locals who abetted Rocco might not stand up to an interrogation the mob has them murdered. The crime is investigated by Rocco's former nemesis, retired police captain Deo Bosso and Palm Beach County Homicide Detective Lydia Martinez. As the two sleuths join forces, a relationship of mutual respect and romance ensues. Rocco, who has been a loner all of his life and never has had a relationship with a woman, also finds romance in Palm Beach Gardens. The reader will know who committed the crimes detailed in the story, but will enjoy seeing how the author develops the leads and clues to solve the theft of the painting an the murders that follow. They will also gain insight to the exclusive lifestyles of the uber-wealthy of Palm Beach County, Florida.…

Condition: good. The book is in good condition with all pages and cover intact, including the dust jacket if originally issued. The spine may show light wear. Pages may contain some notes or highlighting, and there might be a "From the library of" label. Boxed set packaging, shrink wrap, or included media like CDs may be missing.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Paperback. Condition: Good. Murder in the Gardens is a well-written crime novel by first time author Robert Trotta, a retired Detective from the New York City Police Department. Aging mobster Rocco DeAngelis is paroled from prison after spending twenty years behind bars for the sensational Drake Hotel New Years Eve robbery in 1983. Forced into retirement Rocco moves to Palm Beach Gardens Florida, where he plans and executes the heist of a famous Marc Chagall painting at the behest of the NY Russian mob. Fearing the locals who abetted Rocco might not stand up to an interrogation the mob has them murdered. The crime is investigated by Rocco's former nemesis, retired police captain Deo Bosso and Palm Beach County Homicide Detective Lydia Martinez. As the two sleuths join forces, a relationship of mutual respect and romance ensues. Rocco, who has been a loner all of his life and never has had a relationship with a woman, also finds romance in Palm Beach Gardens. The reader will know who committed the crimes detailed in the story, but will enjoy seeing how the author develops the leads and clues to solve the theft of the painting an the murders that follow. They will also gain insight to the exclusive lifestyles of the uber-wealthy of Palm Beach County, Florida.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condition: new.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. This hardcover Hallmark book for your sweetheart is in great shape. The dustjacket is shiny with only minor wear. The decorative hardcovers look new. The spine is tight. The pages are white with colorful illustrations by John Trotta. There is an inscription on the first page. Lots of wit and wisdom. 60 pages. John Trotta (illustrator). …

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New. Murder in the Gardens (Paperback or Softback).

Hard Cover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Hallmark Edition. Jacket has light edgewear, tiny closed tear. Boards have minor shelfwear. Pages are clean, text has no markings, binding is sound. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Trotta, John (illustrator).

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Crisp, clean pages except for a very small wrinkle at the bottom corners of pp.235-244; no owners' marks; DVD included, still sealed in a pouch inside the back cover. Soft cover shows only a light fold across the top right front corner and a little light edge chipping at corners, otherwise excellent. ISSN 0036-3529 281pp.…

Hardcover. Condition: As New.

Paperback. Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Very Fine. Small thin book. DJ has micronick at spine top left edge. Near Very Fine DJ/Very Fine book. Trotta, John (illustrator).

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket; DJ price clipped. ; 60 pages. Illustrated by John Trotta (illustrator).

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Very Good with no dust jacket; Edgewear, cover has some wear; 168 pages. Illustrated by John Trotta (illustrator).

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Clean book. Pictures on request. John Trotta (illustrator).

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Hardback. Condition: New.