# A necessary evil by Alex Kava — resale value

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**A necessary evil by Alex Kava** — resale value from real closed eBay sales.

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Values are medians of real closed eBay sales, updated 2026-06-19. They are estimates for reference, not offers or appraisals — condition, completeness and edition move them a lot, so compare against the sold listings before pricing anything.

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## Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| UPC / EAN | 9789461992871 |
| Brand | Alex Kava |
| Published | 2006 |
| Publisher | BBC Audiobooks America |
| Pages | 416 |
| Editions | 11 |
| Category | Thriller |

## A necessary evil resale value

**A necessary evil** by Alex Kava (2006). Across 11 editions. Used-book value depends heavily on edition (first printing vs. reprint), condition, dust jacket, and whether it's signed. First editions and out-of-print titles command the biggest premiums.

### What drives the price

First editions/first printings, intact dust jackets, signatures, and unmarked pages are the top value drivers. Book-club editions and later reprints are worth far less.

## FAQ

**Is this edition of A Necessary Evil rare?**

With 11 known editions, it is not particularly rare, but it is a consistent title for thriller fans.

**What is the original publication year of this book?**

A Necessary Evil was originally published in 2006.

**Does the ISBN help identify this specific version?**

Yes, the ISBN 9789461992871 identifies this specific edition.

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