{"title":"Crystal King","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the intriguing world of Crystal King, a masterful author renowned for her captivating works in the realm of general fiction. With a flair for weaving intricate narratives, King's stories invite readers into richly imagined landscapes where history and fiction intertwine seamlessly. Her works, including the enthralling \u003cem\u003eIn the Garden of Monsters\u003c\/em\u003e, transport readers to different times and places, offering both an escape and a thought-provoking exploration of human nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKing's writing is characterised by meticulous research and a deep understanding of her settings, which breathe life into her characters and plots. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering Crystal King for the first time, her novels promise a rewarding journey through narratives that blend the lines of reality with fiction. Immerse yourself in this collection and experience the artistry of storytelling through King's distinct voice.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"in-the-garden-of-monsters-by-crystal-king-9781038934031","title":"In the Garden of Monsters","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA woman with no past. A man who seems to know her. And a monstrous garden that could be the border between their worlds…\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eItaly, 1948\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJulia Lombardi is a mystery even to herself. The beautiful model can’t remember where she’s from, where she’s been or how she came to live in Rome. When she receives an offer to accompany celebrated eccentric artist Salvador Dalí to the Sacro Bosco — Italy’s Garden of Monsters — as his muse, she’s strangely compelled to accept. It could be a chance to unlock the truth about her past…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShrouded in shadow, the garden full of giant statues that sometimes seem alive is far from welcoming. Still, from the moment of their arrival at the palazzo, Julia is inexplicably drawn to their darkly enigmatic host, Ignazio. He’s alluring yet terrifying — and he seems to know her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePosing for Dalí as the goddess Persephone, Julia finds the work to be perplexing, particularly as Dalí descends deeper into his fanaticism. To him, she is Persephone, and he insists she must eat pomegranate seeds to rejoin her king.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBetween Dalí’s fevered persistence, Ignazio’s uncanny familiarity and the agonizing whispered warnings that echo through the garden, Julia is soon on the verge of unraveling. And she begins to wonder if she’s truly the mythical queen of the Underworld…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46549239726316,"sku":"9781038934031","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24775283482557.jpg?v=1749893165"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/crystal-king.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}