{"title":"Kevin Rabalais","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Kevin Rabalais, an acclaimed author known for his exquisite narrative style and thought-provoking storytelling. Renowned for his ability to weave intricate characters and evocative settings, Rabalais invites readers on profound journeys through the human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his celebrated work, \u003cem\u003eThe Landscape of Desire\u003c\/em\u003e, Rabalais masterfully explores the depths of longing and human connections, enveloping the reader in a tale that is both intimate and expansive. As part of our General Fiction category, his writings promise a blend of literary beauty and compelling themes that resonate with a diverse audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach book by Kevin Rabalais is crafted with precision and a deep understanding of life's multifaceted nature. Whether you're a seasoned reader or new to his works, you'll find yourself immersed in stories that linger long after the final page is turned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the art of storytelling with Kevin Rabalais and allow his words to leave an indelible mark on your literary journey.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-landscape-of-desire-by-kevin-rabalais-9781921215681","title":"The Landscape of Desire","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral months have passed since the expedition of Burke and Wills disappeared into the desert— their whereabouts remain a mystery. Now, a search party has assembled to rescue them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeanwhile, two other men are wandering lost in the outback—one on the verge of reaching safety; the other, broken and trapped at the heart of the continent, with an Aboriginal tribe as his only hope of survival. Back in the city, an actress, star of the stage in Melbourne and Sydney, longs for the return of Burke and Wills for personal reasons that will only gradually become apparent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSet in a rapidly changing yet still unknown Australia and loosely based on the ill-fated Burke and Wills Expedition, \u003cem\u003eThe Landscape of Desire\u003c\/em\u003e is a stunning debut novel that re-imagines the lives of the key players in this historic event and weaves them into a narrative that spans continents and decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten in mesmerising prose, with echoes of \u003cem\u003eHeart of Darkness\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe English Patient\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Landscape of Desire\u003c\/em\u003e slowly reveals its own secrets about love and identity, desire and death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46672096657644,"sku":"9781921215681","price":33.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/567933482872.jpg?v=1752835533"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/kevin-rabalais.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}