{"title":"Eva Ibbotson","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the enchanting world of Eva Ibbotson, a celebrated author whose works capture the hearts of readers with their charm and warmth. Known for her captivating storytelling and richly detailed settings, Ibbotson's novels often weave together themes of romance, adventure, and mystery, making them delightful reads for young adults and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her notable works, \u003cem\u003eMadensky Square\u003c\/em\u003e, transports you to early 20th-century Vienna, where the life of a dressmaker unfolds against the backdrop of a bustling square. Full of wit and affection, the novel paints a vivid picture of a time gone by, while exploring the personal stories that fill the heart of the city.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMagic Flutes\u003c\/em\u003e, another beloved title, enchants readers with a romantic tale set in the opulent world of opera. Filled with whimsical adventures and endearing characters, it showcases Ibbotson's talent for crafting tales that are as touching as they are entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEva Ibbotson's books are perfect for those who enjoy a blend of historical settings, engaging plots, and the occasional sprinkle of magical realism. 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There's Frau Schumacher, with six daughters and a baby on the way, Professor Starsky and his menagerie of sickly reptiles, an aging bookseller, a teenaged Anarchist, and little Sigi — an orphaned child prodigy forced to play the piano all day, every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnd then there's her dear friend Alice, the only person who has noticed the heartbreak that hides beneath Susanna's brisk kindness and brilliant talent...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover more of Eva Ibbotson's sweeping historical romances in \u003cem\u003eMagic Flutes\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Morning Gift\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Secret Countess\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eA Song for Summer\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eA Company of Swans\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gardners Books Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46977852670188,"sku":"9781035047147","price":28.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6eb5280b9c7663912e02802e640345a2.jpg?v=1762941161"},{"product_id":"magic-flutes-by-eva-ibbotson-9781035047130","title":"Magic Flutes","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweeping across countries, class, and music, Eva Ibbotson's classic historical romance, \u003cem\u003eMagic Flutes\u003c\/em\u003e, is a richly imagined tale of intrigue and identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the spring of 1922, young Austrian Princess Theresa-Maria - known to her ancient aunts as 'Putzerl' - abandons her crumbling castle and her royal duties. 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