{"title":"Gwen Cole","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Gwen Cole collection, where the realms of young adult fiction come alive with captivating stories and engaging narratives. Gwen Cole, an exceptional author in the Young Adult genre, is renowned for her ability to blend emotion, intrigue, and a touch of mystery in her works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her notable books, \u003cem\u003eCold Summer\u003c\/em\u003e, takes readers on a heart-rending journey through time and challenges. This gripping novel explores the life of a young man dealing with unexpected time travel, intertwined with themes of friendship, love, and self-discovery. Cole's adept storytelling and vivid character development make her novels a magnet for readers seeking thought-provoking and immersive experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFans of poignant narratives and compelling character arcs will find Gwen Cole's books a valuable addition to their reading lists. Dive into her stories and discover a world where unexpected adventures await at every turn. Experience the essence of young adult fiction through the lens of Gwen Cole's unique and engaging storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cold-summer-by-gwen-cole-9781510707665","title":"Cold Summer","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge range 12 \u0026amp; up\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eToday, he's a high school dropout with no future. Tomorrow, he's a soldier in World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKale Jackson has spent years trying to control his time-traveling ability but hasn't had much luck. One day he lives in 1945, fighting in the war as a sharpshooter and helplessly watching soldiers—friends—die. Then the next day, he's back in the present, where WWII has bled into his modern life in the form of PTSD, straining his relationship with his father and the few friends he has left. Every day it becomes harder to hide his battle wounds, both physical and mental, from the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the ex-girl-next-door, Harper, moves back to town, thoughts of what could be if only he had a normal life begin to haunt him. Harper reminds him of the person he was before the PTSD, which helps anchor him to the present. With practice, maybe Kale could remain in the present permanently and never step foot on a battlefield again. Maybe he can have the normal life he craves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut then Harper finds Kale's name in a historical article—and he's listed as a casualty of the war. Is Kale's death inevitable? Does this mean that, one of these days, when Kale travels to the past, he may not come back?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKale knows now that he must learn to control his time-traveling ability to save himself and his chance at a life with Harper. Otherwise, he'll be killed in a time where he doesn't belong by a bullet that was never meant for him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCold Summer\u003c\/em\u003e by Gwen Cole explores the complexities of time travel, war, and the quest for a normal life amidst extraordinary circumstances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46727511179500,"sku":"9781510707665","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/564d264e1d862c3ebb9494aae592030c.jpg?v=1754960608"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/gwen-cole.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}