Title: A Drink Before the War / Darkness, Take My Hand (Two Novels in One Volume) Author: Dennis Lehane This is a First Edition, First Printing of this specific 2nd-in-1 omnibus collection (2007), as indicated by the "FIRST EDITION" statement and the number line ending in "1." While not the true first of the individual novels, omnibus editions in this condition are popular with readers looking for the complete Kenzie-Gennaro series. Physical Grading Report Condition: Excellent Boards/Cover: Very minor edge wear; light rubbing on the back cover. Colors are bright and the laminate is secure. Spine/Binding: Spine is square and uncreased, suggesting this copy has likely not been read. Binding is very tight. Text Block: Pages are crisp and white. No foxing, tanning, or markings noted. Dust Jacket: N/A (Trade Paperback). LOC: Loc.G2