The Best American Mystery Stories 2000 (The Best American Series(TM)) cover

The Best American Mystery Stories 2000 (The Best American Series(TM))

by Donald E. Westlake

The Best American Mystery Stories is an annual collection of cutting-edge crime writing from established names and total newcomers. This year's collection includes stories by Jeffery Deaver, Dennis Lehane and Robert Girardi.

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Chappie’s discussion starters

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  1. Which character stayed with you after you turned the last page, and why?
  2. Was there a moment where you disagreed with a character’s choice? What would you have done?
  3. What theme did this book keep circling back to — and did it earn its ending?
  4. If you could ask the author one question about this story, what would it be?
  5. Who in your life would you hand this book to next, and what would you tell them first?