{"title":"Fred Venturini","description":"\u003cp\u003eFred Venturini is an American author known for his gripping crime and thriller novels. With a talent for weaving intense narratives and creating complex characters, Venturini has carved a niche for himself in the world of suspenseful storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his standout novels, \u003cem\u003eTo Dust You Shall Return\u003c\/em\u003e, exemplifies his ability to build engrossing plots that keep readers on the edge of their seats. In this book, Venturini explores themes of revenge, moral dilemmas, and the dark corners of human nature, drawing readers into a world where danger lurks at every turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVenturini's skillful storytelling and knack for plot twists make his books a must-read for fans of the crime and thriller genre. Whether you are a seasoned reader of thrillers or new to the genre, his works offer an unforgettable journey filled with suspense and intrigue.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"to-dust-you-shall-return-by-fred-venturini-9781684426348","title":"To Dust You Shall Return","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVenturini doesn't write in words and sentences. Instead, he lines the page with barbwire, concertina wire, and spike strips that deliver the story deep into the reader's skin.\u003c\/em\u003e – #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Chuck Palahniuk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA town ruled by evil. A man ruled by darkness. Only one can survive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCurtis Quinn is a Chicago mob legend with a particular set of skills and a price on his head. When the woman he loves disappears, Curtis follows her trail to the occult town of Harlow, where no one is allowed to leave, and an enigmatic, sinister overlord known only as \"the Mayor\" rules by an autocratic regime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeth Jarvis is a plucky teenager unwrapping the secrets of her hometown, Harlow, and the mysterious ceremony that awaits her on her eighteenth birthday. What Beth doesn't know is the truth about her sister Kate, who escaped their strange town over a decade ago and has evaded the Mayor and his disciples ever since.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat Curtis doesn't know is that Kate is the woman he's fallen in love with, and she's running from a threat far greater than the mobsters who want to kill him. His fate collides with Beth's as she tries to escape Harlow and the disgusting fate that awaits her, and Curtis finds himself unraveling a mystery that leads to an impossible and terrifying conclusion that the Mayor of Harlow is more than just a man, and the hardest target he's ever tried to kill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072948977900,"sku":"9781684426348","price":48.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19966753482787.jpg?v=1765133870"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/fred-venturini.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}