{"title":"Susan Elia MacNeal","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by the acclaimed author \u003cem\u003eSusan Elia MacNeal\u003c\/em\u003e, a master in the realm of historical crime and thriller narratives. Best known for her captivating Maggie Hope series, MacNeal has garnered international acclaim for her richly detailed stories set against the backdrop of World War II. The series, which introduces readers to the daring and astute Maggie Hope in the opening novel, \u003cem\u003eMr Churchill's Secretary\u003c\/em\u003e, seamlessly weaves historical intrigue with gripping suspense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSusan Elia MacNeal's novels are renowned for their meticulous research and vivid characterisations, bringing to life not only the tension of wartime Britain but also the complexities of her characters. Dive into her intricate plots and experience the blend of real historical events with the thrilling escapades of her fictional protagonists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a longtime fan of historical thrillers or new to the genre, Susan Elia MacNeal's books offer a perfect escape into a world of espionage, mystery, and adventure. Explore our curated selection of her works and discover why she is a favourite among readers of crime and historical fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mr-churchills-secretary-by-susan-elia-macneal-9781472113887","title":"Mr Churchill's Secretary","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLondon, 1940. Winston Churchill has just been sworn in; war rages across the Channel, and the threat of a Blitz looms larger by the day. But none of this deters Maggie Hope. She graduated at the top of her college class and possesses all the skills of the finest minds in British intelligence, but her gender qualifies her only to be the newest typist at No. 10 Downing Street.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer indefatigable spirit and remarkable gifts for codebreaking, though, rival those of even the highest men in government, and Maggie finds that working for the prime minister affords her a level of clearance she could never have imagined and opportunities she will not let pass. In troubled, deadly times, with air-raid sirens sending multitudes underground, access to the War Rooms also exposes Maggie to the machinations of a menacing faction determined to do whatever it takes to change the course of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEnsnared in a web of spies, murder, and intrigue, Maggie must work quickly to balance her duty to King and Country with her chances for survival. And when she unravels a mystery that points toward her own family’s hidden secrets, she’ll discover that her quick wits are all that stand between an assassin’s murderous plan and Churchill himself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this thrilling debut, Susan Elia MacNeal blends meticulous research on the era, psychological insight into Winston Churchill, and the creation of a riveting main character, Maggie Hope, into a beautifully crafted mystery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072625623276,"sku":"9781472113887","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/74f6ecf64d9dee634f175092c070d54e.jpg?v=1765187455"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/susan-elia-macneal.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}