In a world where dolls don?t just sit on shelves but seem to watch your every move, Amanda Stevens? 2007 offering, *The Dollmaker*, takes us on a peculiar jaunt through the corridors of creativity, obsession, and possibly the odd haunting. Published by Mira?a name that sounds vaguely like a distant cousin to a beloved childhood toy?this book might just be the perfect companion for anyone who?s ever suspected their porcelain companions of having a life of their own. Prepare yourself for the strange, yet oddly captivating journey of someone who clearly spent far too many afternoons with a needle and thread. The protagonist is embroiled in a world where the line between art and madness blurs like the colors of a badly painted doll?s cheeks. You might find yourself pondering the philosophical implications of craftsmanship while also avoiding eye contact with that rather judgemental figurine peering down from your bookshelf. As you navigate the winding paths of Stevens? narrative, expect your perceptions to shift, much like the unsettling expressions of the dolls that grace its pages. Our dollmaker?who may or may not be a warped genius or a misunderstood artist?creates not merely dolls but entire worlds. Here, creativity meets uncanny eeriness, a delightful concoction best suited for those who enjoy a side of existential dread with their fiction. Readers of *The Dollmaker* may experience an odd amalgamation of feelings, ranging from fascination to unease, perhaps even a sprinkle of the goosebumps commonly reserved for late-night ghost stories. What?s more, there?s a delightful irony in considering that these dolls, often seen as innocent or whimsical, may actually harbor secrets darker than the spaces behind the curtains in your grandmother?s attic. Why not indulge in some light-hearted musings about the nature of creation? Will you, dear reader, find yourself questioning whether your own hobbies might, in a distant universe, lead to a comparable obsession? Perhaps it?s time to confront the unkempt corners of your closet and the dusty shelves where your forgotten projects linger. After all, the dolls you once loved so dearly might spring to life when no one?s watching, plotting their next move against the backdrop of your mundane existence. Condition: Used, which is a delightful euphemism for "well-loved." Expect margins adorned with curious annotations from past readers, possibly revealing their own existential dilemmas. The cover may have seen better days, with creases that tell tales of many late-night readings, perhaps in dim light, as the shadows danced unsettlingly on the walls. The pages, while intact, emit an aroma that evokes nostalgia?a subtle mix of aged paper and the faint scent of regret from all those ?I?ll finish it tomorrow? moments. Take a gander at the intricacies of human emotion through the lens of doll craftsmanship. Wonder if your collection of childhood toys may have a hidden agenda. Engage with a narrative as layered as a Victorian gown, full of secrets and intrigue. Find yourself checking the corners of your home for lurking dolls. Debate the merits of creating on the edge of sanity. So why not pick up a copy of *The Dollmaker*? After all, it?s not every day that you can explore the intersection of artistry and oddity, all while being subtly reminded that life is perhaps just as peculiar as a doll that winks at you. Available at Crappy Old Books, where the past lives on in the quirkiest of ways, and your next reading adventure awaits amidst the dust bunnies and half-remembered dreams. THIS BOOK BEARS THE CRAPPY OLD BOOKS STAMP. IF THAT IS UNDESIRABLE PLEASE DO NOT BUY THIS. THE STAMP MARKS WHICH IS USUALLY TO THE FRONT AND BACK INNER PAGES SAYS SOLD BY CRAPPY OLD BOOKS WITH WEB SITE URL. IT IN NO WAY DEMINISHED FROM THE READING. IF YOU WANT A PRISTINE BOOK, PLEASE FIND ANOTHER BOOK IN BETTER CONDITION SOMEWHERE ELSE.

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T�tulo: The Dollmaker
Editor: Mira
Fecha de publicaci�n: 2007
Idioma: Ingl�s
ISBN 10: 0778324281
ISBN 13: 9780778324287
Encuadernaci�n: Paperback
Estado: Fair

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Sinopsis

And now a new clue has surfaced...a doll that is the spitting image of Claire Doucett's missing child, right down to the tiny birthmark on the girl's left arm. A chance sighting of the eerily lifelike doll in a French Quarter collectibles shop leaves Claire shaken to her core...and more determined than ever to find out what happened to her beloved Ruby.

When the doll is snatched and the store's owner turns up dead, Claire knows the only person she can turn to is ex-husband Dave Creasy, a former cop who has spent the past seven years imprisoned by his own guilt and despair. He let Claire down once when she needed him the most. Can she make him believe the doll really exists? She'll have to if they're to survive an encounter with a brutal psychopath— the dollmaker—who stole their future to feed an obsession that will never die.

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When she finds a lifelike doll in a French Quarter collectibles shop that resembles her missing daughter, which is then stolen, Claire Doucett is submerged in a world of murder, fear, and madness as she tries to unravel the mystery surrounding her daughter's disappearance. Original.

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Crappy Old Books aims to be the online version of our much endangered high street second hand book stores. Here you will find all sorts of junk that you just couldnt imagine. Crappy Old Books also aims to provide all of these books at great rates. The site was concieved on Monday 23rd Novemeber 2009, and is slowly growing. Hopefully over years it'll have much more to offer and will be a joy to browse through, just like our musty second hand book stores of yore.

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