{"title":"Frida Isberg","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Frida Isberg collection, where literary precision meets engaging storytelling. Frida Isberg is a noteworthy author in the realm of general fiction, celebrated for her ability to weave intriguing narratives that captivate readers from beginning to end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her standout works, \u003cem\u003eThe Mark\u003c\/em\u003e, showcases her exceptional talent for creating multi-layered characters and thought-provoking plots. Explore themes of identity, morality, and the complexities of human nature, all wrapped in Isberg’s signature elegant prose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach book penned by Frida Isberg is more than just a story; it's an invitation to ponder the deeper questions of life. Whether you're a seasoned reader or new to her works, you're bound to be enchanted by the emotional depth and intellectual engagement her writing provides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the rich landscapes and intriguing characters in Frida Isberg's collection, where every page promises a new adventure and insight.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-mark-by-frida-isberg-9781922790613","title":"The Mark","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA debut novel of big ideas, \u003cem\u003eThe Mark\u003c\/em\u003e is about misinformation, partisanship, and how societies polarise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the near future, in Reykjavik, in a world like our own, society is divided about the controversial Empathy Test, which measures an individual's capacity for compassion and identifies anti-social behaviour in citizens. Two thirds of the country, including public servants and politicians, have undergone the test and 'marked' themselves in an official register, open to the public. One third remains 'unmarked' and more and more private and public spaces are closing their doors to them. In two months' time, citizens face a national referendum in which they will vote on whether the test should be mandatory or not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmid the rising tension and via the voices of four compelling characters—the sceptical teacher Vetur, the influential psychologist Li, the businesswoman Eyja, who fails the test, and the school dropout Tristan, who is fighting for the right not to be tested—we are confronted with urgent ethical dilemmas, prejudice, injustice, and private trauma. The suspense intensifies as these four individuals try to navigate a brave new world. The rules of the game have changed. What are the consequences?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor fans of \u003cem\u003eBlack Mirror\u003c\/em\u003e, or readers of the novels of Jennifer Egan and Naomi Alderman, \u003cem\u003eThe Mark\u003c\/em\u003e is a brilliant, topical novel by an exciting new writer. Frida Isberg's book asks—do we want to live in a world defined by our faith in each other, or by our fear of the future?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46533266505964,"sku":"9781922790613","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/16317253482872.jpg?v=1749381250"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/frida-isberg.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}