Burning Angel (1995) Signed First Edition Reference

Burning Angel weaves the history of a Louisiana plantation family — their slaveholding past, their present-day corruption — into a Robicheaux murder investigation. Published in 1995, the novel showcases Burke’s ability to make Southern history a living force in contemporary crime fiction. The “burning angel” of the title refers to both a historical figure and a metaphor for the moral fire that consumes those who build their lives on the suffering of others.

First Edition Identification

Publisher: Hyperion, New York Publication date: 1995 Format: Hardcover in dust jacket

Signed Copy Market Values

• Signed first edition, fine/fine: $40–$100
• Unsigned first edition: $8–$20

Mid-series Robicheaux, readily available signed. The historical themes give this novel particular depth, making it a favorite among readers who value Burke’s literary ambitions.