{"title":"Gwen Lee","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the enchanting world of Gwen Lee, an author who seamlessly weaves imagination with reality. Her talent for storytelling shines through her captivating novels, such as \u003cem\u003eElven\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Puzzle Box\u003c\/em\u003e. Both works have captured the hearts of readers who appreciate tales that intertwine the mystical with everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGwen Lee's books are celebrated for their intricate plots and vividly drawn characters, which effortlessly draw readers into their rich narratives. As you explore her collection, you will find stories that blur the lines between fantasy and general fiction, offering fresh perspectives and imaginative escapes. Her writing is marked by a delicate balance of heart, whimsy, and a touch of the unexpected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a long-time fan or new to Gwen Lee's work, her books promise a journey filled with wonder and discovery. Dive into her stories and experience the incredible worlds she creates, where the ordinary is anything but.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"elven-and-the-puzzle-box-by-gwen-lee-9789815204810","title":"Elven and The Puzzle Box","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the author of \u003cem\u003eThere Was a Peranakan Woman Who Lived in a Shoe\u003c\/em\u003e comes a story of an orphan girl who rises above discrimination to find love. Fans of Grace Lin and Avi will surely be delighted by this tale that takes inspiration from both eastern and western storytelling traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTwelve-year-old Elven has eleven fingers, no parents, and a skin tone that hints at murky origins. One day, she receives a wooden Puzzle Box belonging to her late mother, and an intriguing letter promising her love—if she solves it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThus begins Elven's long journey, in which she runs away to the town of Armora to find the Puzzle Box maker. There, she encounters its quirky residents and makes a new friend—the mysterious Madam Green, who may not be what she seems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIgnoring signs of danger, Elven moves into Madam Green's cottage on Mount Armora where she helps rehabilitate the town's abandoned pets. Soon, their idyllic life is shattered with the arrival of miners intent on extracting gold from the mountain at all costs. Elven teams up with Madam Green to stop them, drawing both of them into a sinister scheme with tentacles deeper than anyone can imagine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the townsfolk accuse Madam Green of being a witch, it will take all of Elven's ingenuity not just to unravel the shocking truth, but ultimately reveal the secret of the Puzzle Box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46670535065836,"sku":"9789815204810","price":23.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19389323485682.jpg?v=1752773838"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/gwen-lee.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}