{"title":"Phyllis Kluger","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the intriguing world of crime and thriller novels through the masterful storytelling of Phyllis Kluger. As an author renowned for weaving suspenseful narratives, Kluger captivates readers with her exceptional ability to blend mystery with intricate plot development. Her work is a testament to her keen understanding of the human psyche and the complexity of moral dilemmas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA standout in Kluger's collection is the highly acclaimed \u003cem\u003eThe Swiss Account\u003c\/em\u003e. This novel takes readers on a thrilling journey through a web of espionage and hidden secrets, set against the backdrop of international intrigue. Kluger's deft characterisation and vivid descriptions draw readers into a captivating quest for truth and justice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're a fan of literature that keeps you on the edge of your seat, Phyllis Kluger's books are a must-read. Her clever storytelling and compelling characters offer an immersive experience for lovers of the crime and thriller genres. Don't miss the chance to delve into her gripping tales that promise to entertain and enthral.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-swiss-account-by-phyllis-kluger-9781644285510","title":"The Swiss Account","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Swiss Account\u003c\/i\u003e follows the Hazeltines’ descent into an ethical grey zone as they wrestle with their anguished consciences and navigate a minefield of legal peril. Are they decent people trapped by circumstance or clever schemers rationalising their path to riches?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSwitzerland’s majestic peaks and remote valleys form a natural fortress at the heart of Europe—beautiful, prosperous, and long insulated from the political and military upheavals of its neighbours. This isolation, combined with the government’s unwavering commitment to banking secrecy, has made the country a discreet haven for foreign wealth, both legitimately earned and dubiously acquired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile most countries don’t forbid their citizens from holding Swiss accounts, they do require such assets to be reported and taxed. Which is why many account holders, reluctant to comply with their own tax authorities, prefer to keep their holdings secret.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLeo Beckwith was one of them—a highly successful American entrepreneur who left behind a tidy Swiss fortune. But without explanation he willed his shady hoard not to his favoured children but to Lynn, his long overlooked daughter—a hard-working real estate agent in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. The windfall promises lifelong financial security for Lynn, her husband Jerry Hazeltine, a modestly paid art history professor, and their family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s just one problem: Leo never reported the account to the US Treasury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow the Hazeltines face a profound moral and legal dilemma. If they come clean, the IRS will likely seize the fortune to settle Leo’s long-evaded tax bill. If they don’t, they become tax evaders—living on Easy Street, but under constant threat of discovery and prosecution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47344357867756,"sku":"9781644285510","price":69.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/bbe76befd069274d27d12446c61f80ed.jpg?v=1772311555"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/phyllis-kluger.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}