{"title":"A. S. Thornton","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelve into the imaginative worlds crafted by A. S. Thornton, an author renowned for her captivating contributions to the Sci-Fi \u0026amp; Fantasy genre. Thornton skilfully weaves tales that transport readers to realms filled with wonder and intrigue, inviting them to explore the complex interplay of desire, destiny, and myth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her intriguing works is \u003cem\u003eSon of the Salt Chaser\u003c\/em\u003e, where Thornton’s storytelling prowess comes to life, blending elements of adventure and mystery with richly detailed settings. Her narratives are marked by compelling characters and thought-provoking themes, ensuring that each book offers a fresh journey into the fantastical and the unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFans of Sci-Fi \u0026amp; Fantasy will find much to savour in A. S. Thornton’s collection, with stories that challenge the imagination and engage the heart. Whether you are a long-time aficionado of the genre or a newcomer eager to explore new worlds, A. S. Thornton’s works promise an unforgettable reading experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"son-of-the-salt-chaser-by-a-s-thornton-9780744306132","title":"Son of the Salt Chaser","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe gift of magic may be a curse.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter her desert-transforming wish, Emel follows Saalim to Madinat Almulihi to reclaim all she has lost. But the seaside city is not what she expected. When she is tasked with assisting the palace healer, she is faced daily with the reminder that Saalim—focused only on seeking the revenge of those who killed his family—does not remember her at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCursing the magic that destroyed her love and brought her to an unwelcoming city, Emel regrets her decision to leave her settlement. That is, until she meets Kas. Though inscrutable, he is the first person to help her forget her past, and the pull of finding happiness with him tempts her from the life she wished for with Saalim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut darkness waits in the desert, and not all people in Madinat Almulihi are what they seem. When Emel understands she is entangled in the fate of the city—and of Saalim—she is faced with the realisation that magic may be the most powerful card in her hand. It might be the only way to save all that she loves, but if she plays her hand wrong, it could destroy everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46704955031788,"sku":"9780744306132","price":57.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27504243482452.jpg?v=1753995728"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/a-s-thornton.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}