{"title":"Joan Sauers","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the works of the talented Joan Sauers, a masterful storyteller in the realm of Crime \u0026amp; Thriller novels. With a keen eye for suspense and an intuitive grasp of human nature, Sauers offers gripping narratives that keep readers on the edge of their seats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in the atmospheric depths of \u003cem\u003eEcho Lake\u003c\/em\u003e, where secrets lurk beneath the serene surface of a small Australian town. Here, Sauers weaves a tale of mystery and intrigue, inviting readers to uncover hidden truths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eMurder at Thornwood Park\u003c\/em\u003e, you'll find a beautifully crafted whodunit that explores dark family secrets and the complexities of old-money societies. Sauers’ gift for creating vivid characters and settings shines, making it a must-read for any crime enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhisky Valley\u003c\/em\u003e transports readers to a rugged landscape where danger and betrayal run rampant. The tension is palpable as the plot unravels with unexpected twists and masterful storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the thrilling worlds crafted by Joan Sauers, where each story promises a blend of suspense, intrigue, and a touch of the unexpected. Perfect for fans of intense and captivating crime fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"echo-lake-by-joan-sauers-9781761472305","title":"Echo Lake","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the sleepy, scenic Southern Highlands of New South Wales, a beautiful young woman goes missing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSix years later, recently divorced historian Rose McHugh leaves the city to start a new life in the Highlands and finds a roll of film buried in her back garden. On it are photos of the missing woman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAgainst the advice of an enigmatic detective, she uses her powers of persuasion and her knack for deciphering clues to pursue the case. As Rose searches through tangled secrets and hidden places haunted by the past, she realises there is a killer at large.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs she makes new friends, and dangerous enemies, Rose closes in on a suspect—but will she solve the mystery too late to save herself?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSet in the atmospheric villages and forests of the Southern Highlands, \u003ci\u003eEcho Lake\u003c\/i\u003e is a compulsive read that will keep you guessing until the very end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eEcho Lake\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'As cosy as it is compulsive, Sauers brings the eerie beauty of winter in the Southern Highlands to life. 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Perfect for fireside reading, particularly if paired with a rich red and some quality chocolate!' \u003cb\u003eNina Campbell, author of \u003ci\u003eDaughters of Eve\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072502644972,"sku":"9781761472305","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4024203482815.jpg?v=1765113879"},{"product_id":"whisky-valley-by-joan-sauers-9781761471346","title":"Whisky Valley","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA missing violinist. A rising flood. A race against time. 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