Laura Lippman's 6 favorite books for those who crave a high-stakes adventure

The Grand Master recommends works by E.L. Konigsburg, Charles Portis, and more

Laura Lippman
Laura Lippman is the author of Murder Takes a Vacation
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Laura Lippman's new novel, Murder Takes a Vacation, follows a shy widow on a European getaway that turns into a deadly adventure. Lippman was recently named a Grand Master by the Mystery Writers of America. Below, she lists six favorite books about quests.

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