{"title":"Kathryn Barker","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Kathryn Barker, an acclaimed author celebrated for her intricate storytelling and imaginative narratives in the realm of Young Adult fiction. Kathryn's work seamlessly combines elements of captivating suspense and immersive fantasy, making her a favourite among young adults and those young at heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her notable works, \u003cem\u003eWaking Romeo\u003c\/em\u003e, offers a unique twist on a classic tale. Set in a richly detailed dystopian future, this novel explores themes of time travel, destiny, and love, capturing the reader's imagination from the very first page. Kathryn's adept ability to weave complex plots with deep character development creates stories that are both thought-provoking and entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKathryn Barker's books promise readers an engaging literary journey filled with unexpected twists and timeless magic. Whether you're looking to delve into alternate realities or explore profound life themes, her collection is sure to enthral and inspire.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"waking-romeo-by-kathryn-barker-9781760297152","title":"Waking Romeo","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNOTABLE BOOK: 2022 CBCA Book of the Year, Older Readers\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eYEAR: 2083.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eLOCATION: LONDON.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eMISSION: WAKE ROMEO.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's the end of the world. Literally. Time travel is possible, but only forwards. And only a handful of families choose to remain in the 'now', living off the scraps that were left behind. Among these are eighteen-year-old Juliet and the love of her life, Romeo. But things are far from rosy for Jules. Romeo is in a coma and she's estranged from her friends and family, dealing with the very real fallout of their wild romance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThen a handsome time traveller, Ellis, arrives with an important mission that makes Jules question everything she knows about life and love. Can Jules wake Romeo and rewrite her future?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA highly original mashup that delights as it disorients ... and asks what would have happened if two great literary love stories were somehow intertwined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Original, ambitious, powerful ... Barker's ability to challenge the boundaries of genre and find light in the darkness is a gift.' — Melina Marchetta, author of \u003ci\u003eLooking for Alibrandi\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eSaving Francesca\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A genre-bending masterpiece that effortlessly juggles classic literature, existentialism, time travel and dystopia - with action and \u003ci\u003efeels\u003c\/i\u003e. I freaking loved every minute.' — Lili Wilkinson, author of \u003ci\u003eAfter The Lights Go Out\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eGreen Valentine\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003ePink\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'The most beautiful, moving and rigorously plotted time travel novel I have ever read.' — Justine Larbalestier, author of \u003ci\u003eLiar\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eMy Sister Rosa\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eRazorhurst\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46556736520428,"sku":"9781760297152","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20358463482814.jpg?v=1750167341"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/kathryn-barker.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}