{"title":"Carla Salmon","description":"\u003cp\u003eCarla Salmon crafts stories that resonate with both young readers and adults alike, blending heartfelt narratives with moments of inspiration. Her works often explore themes of resilience and discovery, inviting readers into worlds where determination and hope take centre stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom engaging children's tales to thought-provoking general fiction, Salmon's writing captures the imagination with warmth and clarity. Whether guiding young minds or offering nuanced reflections for grown-ups, her books are marked by a genuine understanding of the human spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"we-saw-what-you-started-by-carla-salmon-9781761566790","title":"We Saw What You Started","description":"'An action-packed, thrilling whodunnit with a side of first crushes - what's not to love?' AMY DOAK, author of Eleanor Jones is Not a Murderer\n\nThree deadly fires. One suspect. A thriller of surf and sea. \n\nOtto was a star surfer back in California, but now he just wants a fresh start. When fires break out in Red Sands, the locals are suspicious. It's no coincidence that Otto's at the scene every time. Is it?\n\nMilly isn't so sure. Small town talk isn't always right - especially when it comes to her 'perfect' brother, who doesn't deserve to become captain of the surf lifesaving club. What if the new boy is innocent?\n\nCan Otto and Milly trust each other to find the truth behind the fires? And what happens when you do the wrong things for the right reasons?\n\n'A suspenseful exploration of the boundaries of friendship, family and loyalty.' MARK SMITH, author of Three Boys Gone\n\n\nAdvance reader reviews for We Saw What You Started:\n\n'An action-packed whodunnit from start to finish. I couldn't put it down.' - Oscar, 15 years old\n\n'This is one the greatest books I have ever read, with characters I can relate to and suspense that kept me on the edge of my seat.' - Isaac, 13 years old\n\n'This book is phenomenal! A fascinating book about Australian teens who aren't afraid to break the rules, solving a mystery that may change all of their lives.' - Sophia, 12 years old\n\n'So much suspense! This book had a bit of everything - mystery, adventure and love. It had me hooked from the start and I couldn't put it down! The characters felt so real, and the story was super intense.' - Lucy, 11 years old\n\n'This book was mysterious and suspenseful with lots of action. I really liked the Australian coastal town setting. I had a few suspects but didn't guess how it ended. A great crime and mystery book.' - Liam, 13 years old\n\n'This book is epic! It's packed with mystery, adventure, suspense, friendships, and tonnes of action - I felt like I was right there, solving the mystery alongside the characters. Every chapter made me want to keep reading. If you love a thrilling whodunit, you must read this!' - Dray, 11 years old\n\n'I didn't want this book to end - the dual perspectives were so captivating. This is an adventure-packed novel that kept me hooked from start to finish.' - Calico, 15 years old\n\n'This is the best book that I have read in my life. Filled with suspense and mystery and a plot that changes with every page turn. From the moment I opened this book I was on the edge of my seat, hooked with every word.' - Alexander, 11 years old","brand":"Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47289251594476,"sku":"9781761566790","price":22.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4969053482815.jpg?v=1770589836"},{"product_id":"we-did-it-anyway-by-carla-salmon-9781761567919","title":"We Did It Anyway","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuna would do anything for her best friend Milly, but why did she agree to spend a week roughing it on an island?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlex, a straight-A student and competitive swimmer, loves the idea of camping on a beach with his friends Otto and Jasper, until they stumble on a fortune in gold bars and are pursued by smugglers with guns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the boys don't arrive at the agreed meeting place, and the adults are all MIA, it's up to Luna and Milly to find their friends before it's too late. 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