She Walks in Beauty Sarah Shankman 1991 First Pocket Books Hardcover SIGNED For Sale

She Walks in Beauty by Sarah Shankman is a captivating mystery novel featuring amateur detective Samantha Adams. Published in 1991 by Pocket Books, a division of Simon & Schuster, this first hardcover printing introduces readers to Samantha\'s intriguing assignment covering the Miss America Pageant in Atlantic City. Known for her wit and sharp eye, Samantha uncovers a web of deception beneath the surface of swimsuit competitions, involving bookmakers, groupies, and a series of mysterious incidents.This edition measures approximately standard hardcover size and includes the original dust jacket with distinctive stage and rose artwork. The book is signed on the title page by the author, adding collectible value. The story combines suspense, humor, and vivid characters such as Harry, Lavert Washington, and various pageant contestants, making it a notable addition for fans of crime fiction and pageant-themed mysteries. Printed in the USA, this volume is a notable piece from the early \'90s mystery genre.