by Richard Stark
foreword by Luc Sante
University of Chicago Press, 2009
eISBN: 978-0-226-77292-9 | Paper: 978-0-226-77107-6
Library of Congress Classification PS3573.E9R37 2009

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ABOUT THIS BOOK

When it comes to heists, Parker believes in some cardinal rules. On this job, he breaks two of them: never bring a dame along—especially not one you like—and never, ever, work with amateurs. Nevertheless, with the help of a creepy coin collector named Billy, and the lure of a classy widow, he agrees to set up a heist of a coin convention. But Billy’s a rookie with no idea how to pull off a score, and the lady soon becomes a major distraction. The Rare Coin Score marks the first appearance of Claire, who pulls off her own heist on Parker's heart—while together they steal two million dollars worth of coins.