{"title":"Kelli Estes","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the evocative world of Kelli Estes, an author renowned for weaving captivating tales that seamlessly blend history with fiction. Her works are celebrated for their meticulous attention to detail, immersing readers in stories that are both enlightening and deeply moving. Engage with Kelli Estes’ novels, each brimming with rich narrative and historical significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKelli Estes’ debut novel, \u003cem\u003eThe Girl Who Wrote in Silk\u003c\/em\u003e, transports readers to the Pacific Northwest, unraveling the haunting past of a Chinese American family. This compelling story explores themes of identity, discrimination, and redemption, leaving an indelible mark on its audience. Her engaging prose brings to life the intricate patterns of history and personal truth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eToday We Go Home\u003c\/em\u003e, Estes once again showcases her talent for storytelling by delving into the lives of women warriors from different eras. This gripping narrative connects the voices of the past with the present, offering insightful reflections on courage, resilience, and the personal battles fought across time. General Fiction enthusiasts will find themselves captivated by the strength and depth of her characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFans of historical fiction will find Kelli Estes’ novels to be a treasure trove of wonderfully crafted stories that offer both entertainment and perspective. Dive into her literary works and experience the profound connection between history and the human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-girl-who-wrote-in-silk-by-kelli-estes-9781492608332","title":"The Girl Who Wrote in Silk","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA scrap of silk will reach across a century to reveal a forgotten woman's tragedy and threaten a powerful family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA historical novel inspired by true events, Kelli Estes's brilliant and atmospheric debut is a poignant tale of two women determined to do the right thing, highlighting the power of our own stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe smallest items can hold centuries of secrets...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile exploring her aunt's island estate, Inara Erickson is captivated by an elaborately stitched piece of fabric hidden in the house. The truth behind the silk sleeve dated back to 1886, when Mei Lien, the lone survivor of a cruel purge of the Chinese in Seattle, found refuge on Orcas Island and shared her tragic experience by embroidering it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs Inara peels back layer upon layer of the centuries of secrets the sleeve holds, her life becomes interwoven with that of Mei Lien. Through the stories Mei Lien tells in silk, Inara uncovers a tragic truth that will shake her family to its core and force her to make an impossible choice. Should she bring shame to her family and risk everything by telling the truth, or tell no one and dishonour Mei Lien's memory?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA touching and tender book for fans of Marie Benedict, Susanna Kearsley, and Duncan Jepson, \u003ci\u003eThe Girl Who Wrote in Silk\u003c\/i\u003e is a dual-time period novel that explores how a delicate piece of silk interweaves the past and the present, reminding us that today's actions have far-reaching implications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46495929630956,"sku":"9781492608332","price":53.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781492608332.jpg?v=1748489644"},{"product_id":"today-we-go-home-by-kelli-estes-9781492664185","title":"Today We Go Home","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo women, living centuries apart, fighting for our country's freedom...and their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this evocative work of historical fiction, USA Today bestselling author Kelli Estes pairs two military women who—in the Civil War and Afghanistan—share determination, honour, and a call to serve the United States, no matter the cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSeattle, Washington: Larkin Bennett has always known her place, whether it's surrounded by her loving family in the lush greenery of the Pacific Northwest or conducting a dusty patrol in Afghanistan. But all of that changed the day tragedy struck her unit and took away everything she held dear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoon after the disaster, Larkin discovers an unexpected treasure—the diary of Emily Wilson, a young woman who disguised herself as a man to fight for the Union in the Civil War. As Larkin struggles to heal, she finds herself drawn deeply into Emily's life and the secrets she kept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIndiana, 1861: The only thing more dangerous to Emily Wilson than a rebel soldier is the risk of her own comrades in the Union Army discovering her secret. 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