{"title":"Yvonne Battle-Felton","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our thoughtfully curated collection of works by \u003cem\u003eYvonne Battle-Felton\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished author celebrated for her captivating historical fiction narratives. Known for her ability to weave intricate tales that both educate and entertain, Battle-Felton consistently delivers stories rich with historical context and vibrant characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her notable works, \u003cem\u003eCurdle Creek\u003c\/em\u003e, showcases her talent for blending history with compelling storytelling. Battle-Felton's writing often explores themes of identity, resilience, and community, drawing readers into the vivid worlds she creates. Her dedication to exploring complex social issues through her characters' journeys not only enriches her narratives but also encourages readers to reflect on their own lives and histories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're a fan of historical fiction that delves deep into the emotions and experiences of its characters while providing a lens into the past, Yvonne Battle-Felton's works are a must-read. We invite you to explore her collection and immerse yourself in the transformative power of her storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"curdle-creek-by-yvonne-battle-felton-9780349703541","title":"Curdle Creek","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA gorgeously written, surrealist folktale that goes bone deep. \u003cb\u003eCompelling, thought-provoking, thrilling, haunting\u003c\/b\u003e, Yvonne Battle-Felton's \u003ci\u003eCurdle Creek\u003c\/i\u003e is \u003cb\u003esimply a marvel\u003c\/b\u003e, according to Paul Tremblay, author of \u003ci\u003eTHE CABIN AT THE END OF THE WORLD\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eHORROR MOVIE\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A \u003cb\u003ethoughtful, sinister tour-de-force\u003c\/b\u003e' - Tananarive Due, L.A. Times Book Prize-winning author of \u003ci\u003eTHE REFORMATORY\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWelcome to \u003ci\u003eCurdle Creek\u003c\/i\u003e. We're dying to make you feel at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOsira, a forty-five-year-old widow, is an obedient follower of the strict conventions of Curdle Creek, an all-Black town in rural America governed by a tradition of ominous rituals designed to keep the residents safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCurdle Creek has one particularly strict policy: one in, one out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnd one day, it is Osira's turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eForced into the great unknown, the sinister reality of her birthplace unravels around her. As she comes face-to-face with those she believed were lost, Osira must reckon with all she has ever been told and confront the insidious cruelties of inheritance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'From the start, there are \u003cb\u003eechoes of Shirley Jackson\u003c\/b\u003e's \u003ci\u003eThe Lottery\u003c\/i\u003e, but readers who think they know where this is going will be surprised, as Osira's story has many weirder twists and turns ahead' - \u003ci\u003eGuardian\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'\u003cb\u003eTautly written, utterly gripping\u003c\/b\u003e, Yvonne Battle-Felton's novel invites the reader into \u003cb\u003ea world of mystery and mythology\u003c\/b\u003e' - Carolyn Ferrell, author of \u003ci\u003eDEAR MISS METROPOLITAN\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47340707938540,"sku":"9780349703541","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/7008bb75bcbce04272786e32be2f1635.jpg?v=1772191475"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/yvonne-battle-felton.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}