{"title":"Series: Grimstone","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the 'Grimstone' series collection! This compelling series invites readers into a world of dark fantasy and riveting adventure. With each book, the gripping narrative unfolds, captivating your imagination and whisking you away to mystical lands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this collection is \u003cem\u003eGrimstone\u003c\/em\u003e, where the journey begins with a twist of fate, mysterious characters, and ancient secrets buried deep within the earth. You'll be enthralled as the protagonist ventures into unknown territories, facing both dangers and wonders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eMonarch\u003c\/em\u003e, the saga continues, diving deeper into the lore and expanding upon the universe introduced in the first book. The stakes are higher, and new alliances are forged, making it an unmissable read for fans of the series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned reader of the genre or just starting to explore, the 'Grimstone' series offers a rich tapestry of storytelling that promises to entertain and enthral. Delve into these books, and let your imagination soar!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"grimstone","title":"Grimstone","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom USA Today bestselling author Sophie Lark comes a riveting new romantic thriller set in the eerie and enigmatic beach town of Grimstone. In \u003cem\u003eGrimstone\u003c\/em\u003e, the story unravels amidst the shadows of secrets and a miasma of mystery that cloaks this Gothic coastal sanctuary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRemi Hayes is besieged by what she can only assume to be foul luck—her fiancé's infidelity, a brother named Jude who is nothing short of a constant irritation, and now, the daunting task of restoring Blackleaf Manor, a decaying mansion she inherited from her late uncle. The manor, rumoured to be haunted, encapsulates the sinister charm of Grimstone perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlipping this crumbling edifice already seems like an insurmountable task, but the stakes are heightened when Remi encounters Dane Covett. Covett is Grimstone's most eligible bachelor—a dangerously attractive doctor whose past is shadowed by the town's gossip that he might have murdered his wife. Despite the whispers, when Dane comes to Remi’s aid by stitching up a gash in her thigh and demands nothing but a stolen kiss as payment, she finds herself irresistibly drawn to him. This electrifying kiss unsettles her in ways that have little to do with her injury and everything to do with the sizzling chemistry between them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs construction on the manor progresses, inexplicable events start to spiral into a series of strange and violent occurrences. The boundaries between the living and the spectral blur, stubbornly defying logic. Remi is forced into a position where she must determine whether the true threat lies within the walls of Blackleaf Manor itself or if Dane is the key to protecting her from a sinister force lurking in the darkness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into \u003cem\u003eGrimstone\u003c\/em\u003e, where romance intertwines with suspense, and every page turn brings you closer to the chilling truths hidden within this Gothic paradise. Sophie Lark weaves a tale that is as seductive as it is thrilling, ensuring readers are captivated from start to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45693190275308,"sku":"9781464225871","price":20.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781464225871.jpg?v=1725592317"},{"product_id":"monarch","title":"Monarch","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom USA Today bestselling author Sophie Lark comes a brand new romantic thriller series set in the Gothic, secretive beach town of Grimstone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a desperate bid to get out of town, twenty-seven-year-old virgin and bookstore nerd Elena Zelenska becomes the world's most unlikely mail-order bride. 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