{"title":"Aline Kiner","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAline Kiner\u003c\/strong\u003e is a celebrated French author best known for her engaging and thoughtfully crafted works in general fiction. Her writing often delves into historical narratives, weaving in-depth research with compelling storytelling to illuminate different eras and lives. Aline Kiner has a unique ability to transport readers to bygone times while exploring timeless themes that resonate in today's world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the notable works by Aline Kiner is \u003cem\u003eThe Mirror of Simple Souls\u003c\/em\u003e. This captivating novel is set in medieval France, ingeniously blending historical facts with fictional elements to bring this fascinating period to life. Kiner's storytelling brilliance shines through as she turns historical tapestries into vivid tales, encapsulating themes of spirituality, personal freedom, and the resilience of the human spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFans of historical fiction and readers looking for rich narratives that combine fact with fiction will find Aline Kiner’s collection an enriching addition to their bookshelves. Her books don't just tell a story; they offer a portal into another world, offering insights and perspectives that linger long after the final page is turned.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-mirror-of-simple-souls-by-aline-kiner-9781782278306","title":"The Mirror of Simple Souls","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the heart of 14th century Paris, the great beguinage is an enclave under royal protection, where single women can live apart from men. Widowed or unmarried, rich or poor, here they can study, work, and trade in freedom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYsabel chose to withdraw here twenty years ago. She watches over the hospital and knows all the secrets of plants, nursing bodies as well as souls. For Ada as well, the beguinage is a refuge. Upon the death of her husband, killed in the battle of Courtrai, she settled here, withdrawn from the world. But a newcomer is about to shatter the tranquility of this little universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne morning in January 1310, Ysabel discovers a wild child in rags at the door of the beguinage. Her red hair is hidden under a coarse kerchief. Silent, rebellious, Maheut the Red has fled a terrifying arranged marriage to the lord of Hainaut, her native region. Now, a sinister Franciscan monk is searching the city, relentlessly tracking her down...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Mirror of Simple Souls\u003c\/em\u003e by Aline Kiner presents a captivating tale of sanctuary, secrets, and survival within the historic confines of medieval Paris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46555338932460,"sku":"9781782278306","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/15483683482822.jpg?v=1750101591"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/aline-kiner.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}