{"title":"Ryan Douglass","description":"\u003cp\u003eRyan Douglass is a compelling voice in the realm of young adult fiction, captivating readers with his unique narrative style and thought-provoking themes. Known for his ability to blend supernatural elements with real-world issues, Douglass crafts stories that are both intriguing and relatable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis debut novel, \u003cem\u003eThe Taking of Jake Livingston\u003c\/em\u003e, has garnered significant attention for its chilling yet insightful exploration of race, identity, and the supernatural. This book follows the story of Jake Livingston, a teenager navigating the complexities of high school while dealing with ghostly encounters. Douglass's writing vividly brings to life Jake's struggles and triumphs as he confronts the challenges of the living and the dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a fan of mystery, horror, or stories that delve into the nuanced experiences of young adulthood, Ryan Douglass's works offer a captivating blend of suspense and social commentary. Explore his collection to find stories that challenge perspectives and entertain with an imaginative flair.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-taking-of-jake-livingston-by-ryan-douglass-9781839132506","title":"The Taking of Jake Livingston","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Taking of Jake Livingston\u003c\/em\u003e is a New York Times bestseller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGet Out\u003c\/em\u003e meets Holly Jackson in this YA social thriller where survival is not guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSixteen-year-old Jake Livingston sees dead people everywhere. But he can’t decide what’s worse: being a medium forced to watch the dead play out their last moments on a loop or being at the mercy of racist teachers as one of the few Black students at St Clair Prep. Both are a living nightmare he wishes he could wake up from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut things at St Clair start looking up with the arrival of another Black student – the handsome Allister – and for the first time, romance is on the horizon for Jake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnfortunately, life as a medium is getting worse. Though most ghosts are harmless, Sawyer Doon wants much more from Jake. In life, Sawyer was a troubled teen who shot and killed six kids at a local high school before taking his own life. Now he’s a powerful, vengeful ghost and he has plans for Jake. High school has become a different kind of survival game – one Jake is not sure he can win.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46505086845164,"sku":"9781839132506","price":20.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/22309883482842.jpg?v=1748664429"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ryan-douglass.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}