{"title":"James M. Zimmerman","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the gripping narratives of \u003cstrong\u003eJames M. Zimmerman\u003c\/strong\u003e, an acclaimed author in the \u003cem\u003eCrime \u0026amp; Thriller\u003c\/em\u003e genre. Zimmerman's works are renowned for their meticulous attention to detail and ability to transport readers into the heart of suspense-filled plots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne notable title in this collection is \u003cem\u003eThe Peking Express\u003c\/em\u003e. This riveting thriller delves into high-stakes adventures infused with historical intrigue, captivating readers with its intense storyline and richly drawn characters. Zimmerman's expert storytelling keeps you on the edge of your seat, inviting you to explore the intricate world of mystery and suspense he so masterfully weaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a long-time fan of crime novels or new to the genre, James M. Zimmerman’s books offer an enthralling experience that will leave you eagerly anticipating his next release. Immerse yourself in his world of thrill and enigma, and find out why Zimmerman stands out as a notable figure in the realm of thriller writing.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-peking-express-by-james-m-zimmerman-9781541701700","title":"The Peking Express","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn May 1923, when Shanghai publisher and reporter John Benjamin Powell bought a first-class ticket for the \u003ci\u003ePeking Express\u003c\/i\u003e, he pictured an idyllic overnight journey on a brand-new train of unprecedented luxury—exactly what the advertisements promised. Seeing his fellow passengers, including mysterious Italian lawyer Giuseppe Musso, a confidante of Mussolini and lawyer for the opium trade, and American heiress Lucy Aldrich, sister-in-law of John D. Rockefeller Jr., he knew it would be an unforgettable trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCharismatic bandit leader and populist rabble-rouser Sun Mei-yao had also taken notice of the new train from Shanghai to Peking. On the night of Powell's trip of a lifetime, Sun launched his plan to make a brazen political statement: he and a thousand fellow bandits descended on the train, capturing dozens of hostages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAided by local proxy authorities, the humiliated Peking government soon furiously gave chase. At the bandits' mountain stronghold, a five-week siege began.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrilliantly written, with new and original research, \u003ci\u003eThe Peking Express\u003c\/i\u003e tells the incredible true story of a clash that shocked the world—becoming so celebrated it inspired several Hollywood movies—and set the course for China's two-decade civil war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072769016044,"sku":"9781541701700","price":60.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/25095563482736.jpg?v=1765131222"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/james-m-zimmerman.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}