2nd Chance Books
Cary, NC 27513
Phone: (919) 677-0070
- Cross Street:
- Harrison Oaks Boulevard
- Best of Citysearch:
- Bookstore 2007, Bookstore 2006, Bookstore 2006
- Hours:
- Mon-Tue, Fri 10am-6pm, Wed-Thu 10am-7pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12pm-5pm
Message from 2nd Chance Books
2003-2006 BEST BOOKSTORE IN THE TRIANGLE!
- Best Condition
- Best Selection
- Best Prices
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Editorial Description for 2nd Chance Books
This quaint bookstore features previously owned books, books-on-tape, videos and DVDs marked at least half off the cover price.
Insider Tips
Know Before You Go2nd Chance accepts used books in good condition in exchange for cash or store credit.
User Reviews for 2nd Chance Books
07/15/2007 Posted by amercanidle
This is one of the first bookstores that my wife and I visited when we first came to North Carolina several years ago. We were astounded by the format of this used book store, and were of the mutual opinion that such an upscale endeavor would never work long term... I mean, imagine! Wonderful books, most of them in pristine condition, for sale at used book prices. And the store itself was so pleasant, comfortable, and organized. When we asked the owner about how she came up with the idea, she just went on talking about how great bookstores were "her dream." In reality, starting a business because it's your dream rarely works. However, four years later, she is still there, and the store is still magnificent. We did go visit a bunch of other used book stores from Chapel Hill into Raleigh, but we keep coming back because 2nd Chance is just that much more better than those other places. If you like great books, and aren't above spending a lot for them, you should consider visiting 2nd Chance Books. Book lovers beware! You may just fall in love with this store.
Pros: Great selection, very well-organized, and great customer service
Cons: Wish they could be opened later in the evening
05/18/2007 Posted by call_me_ishmael
I "found" these guys thru anad in the Life section of yesterday's N&O; didn't know this bookstore was around even though I shop pretty regularly at Sam's Club which is next door. But I went in today for their anniversary sale and had a great time buying too many books. What I really like about this store is how easy it is to find the books that I'm looking for and the great condition of the books. I like the prices too of course. I read a lot, and it doesn't make sense to me to go out there and pay some department book store six or seven bucks for a paperback when I can find the same book in really great condition for half price. The owner, Mindy, said she'd just bought around 1,000 great sci fi books, and I loaded up for the summer for less that a movie (with popcorn and soda). Actually, I saved enough to go to the movies anyway. I'm cheap, but I want value too, and this is the store where I can have it all.
Pros: I like the prices, and they have the books that I like to read
Cons: I wish they were open later on the weekends (they close at 5:00)
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