{"title":"Ann Mah","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the captivating world of Ann Mah, an acclaimed author known for her rich storytelling and evocative prose. With a talent for weaving intricate tales, Mah invites readers into the complexities of life and human relationships. One of her notable works, \u003cem\u003eJacqueline in Paris\u003c\/em\u003e, transports readers to the City of Light, offering a glimpse into its charm and mystery through the eyes of an impressionable young woman. This book sits comfortably within the realm of General Fiction, appealing to readers who appreciate historical context combined with personal growth and discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnn Mah's writing is celebrated for its immersive detail and the way it brings settings and characters to life, offering both entertainment and insight. Her stories not only captivate with their plots but also provide an educational journey through different cultures and times. If you are searching for books that blend compelling narrative with heartfelt exploration of the human spirit, dive into Ann Mah’s collection and experience the artistry of her storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"jacqueline-in-paris-by-ann-mah-9780063294851","title":"Jacqueline in Paris","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Captivating...Mah channels Kennedy and brings postwar Paris to life with exquisite detail and insight.” -- \u003cem\u003ePeople\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Lost Vintage\u003c\/em\u003e, a rare and dazzling portrait of Jacqueline Bouvier’s college year abroad in postwar Paris, an intimate and electrifying story of love and betrayal, and the coming-of-age of an American icon – before the world knew her as Jackie.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn September 1949, Jacqueline Bouvier arrives in postwar Paris to begin her junior year abroad. She’s twenty years old, socially poised but financially precarious, and all too aware of her mother’s expectations that she make a brilliant match. Before relenting to family pressure, she has one year to herself far away from sleepy Vassar College and the rigid social circles of New York, a year to explore and absorb the luminous beauty of the City of Light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJacqueline is immediately catapulted into an intoxicating new world of champagne and châteaux, art and avant-garde theatre, cafés and jazz clubs. She strikes up a romance with a talented young writer who shares her love of literature and passion for culture – even though her mother would think him most unsuitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeneath the glitter and rush, France is a fragile place still haunted by the Occupation. Jacqueline lives in a rambling apartment with a widowed countess and her daughters, all of whom suffered as part of the French Resistance just a few years before. In the aftermath of World War II, Paris has become a nest of spies, and suspicion, deception, and betrayal lurk around every corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJacqueline is stunned to watch the rise of communism – anathema in America, but an active movement in France – never guessing she is witnessing the beginning of the political environment that will shape the rest of her life—and that of her future husband.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvocative, sensitive, and rich in historic detail, \u003cem\u003eJacqueline in Paris\u003c\/em\u003e portrays the origin story of an American icon. Ann Mah brilliantly imagines the intellectual and aesthetic awakening of Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis and illuminates how France would prove to be her one true love, and one of the greatest influences on her life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46495038931180,"sku":"9780063294851","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14152613482210.jpg?v=1748467513"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ann-mah.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}