{"title":"Mandy Beaumont","description":"\u003cp\u003eMandy Beaumont is a dynamic voice in contemporary literature, known for her evocative storytelling and profound exploration of human emotions. Her work spans both general fiction and the thrilling realms of crime and thriller, captivating readers with her compelling narratives and richly drawn characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her acclaimed works, \u003cem\u003eThe Furies\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into themes of power, rage, and resilience, weaving a gripping tale that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. With masterful prose, Beaumont explores the complexities of female fury and empowerment, making the book a standout in modern fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Thrill of It\u003c\/em\u003e, another remarkable piece, she combines suspense with sharp psychological insights, carving out a niche in the crime and thriller genres. It's a gripping read that leaves a lasting impression, showcasing her ability to craft narratives that are both thrilling and thought-provoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMandy Beaumont’s writing is characterised by its intensity and depth, reflecting her keen understanding of the human spirit and the darker facets of society. Her books are a must-read for those who appreciate intricate plots and vivid character portrayals.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-furies-by-mandy-beaumont-9780733643071","title":"The Furies","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSHORTLISTED FOR THE MUD LITERARY PRIZE 2023\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBeautiful and lyrical\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Conversation\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCynthia was just about to turn sixteen when the unthinkable happened. Her mother was taken away by the police, and her father left without a word three months later. After that night, Cynthia began to walk in slow circles outside the family home looking for traces of her sister Mallory – she's sure that she must be somewhere else now, wherever that is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCynthia knows that she doesn't belong here. Her mother never belonged here either. This is the place of violence. Despair. The long dry. Blood caked under the nails. Desperate men. Long silences. The place where mothers go mad in locked bedrooms, where women like Cynthia imagine better futures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a threatening wind begins to dry-whirl around her, seldom seen black clouds form above, roll over the golden-brown land – is that Mallory she can hear in the growling mass? In the harsh drought-stricken landscape of outback Queensland, a woman can be lost in so many ways. The question is, will Cynthia be one of them?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDefiant, ferocious and unyielding – \u003cem\u003eThe Furies\u003c\/em\u003e is a debut novel by Mandy Beaumont that explores the isolation felt by so many women, and how powerful we can be when we join together. It puts her firmly on the literary map, blazing forth from the terrain of Charlotte Wood, Margaret Atwood and Carmen Maria Machado, with a unique and breathtaking power.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExpect this debut novel to collect a swag of awards\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCourier Mail\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA rallying cry . . . vivid, visceral, ferocious\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003cb\u003eCarmel Bird, \u003ci\u003eThe Age\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStays with you . . . 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The body of an 84-year-old woman has been found in the foyer of her apartment building on Sydney's lower North Shore...\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEmmerson stood, held in place like an anchor, like a nail in wood, like the breath of a frightened woman alone in her home. She listened to the details and remembered back to that day, twelve years before, in her grandmother's Paddington studio. The 1977 murder of Marlowe Kerr - Sydney's art darling and socialite, a woman known for her lavish parties and her world-famous designs, but known to Emmerson as her colourful, loving grandmother - never solved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnd now, years later, a terrifying string of crimes against older women will begin, forcing ageing female residents to lock themselves inside their homes. They will be in a state of constant fear. As the killer's reign of terror escalates, and Emmerson starts to unearth her beloved grandmother's shady past, she becomes increasingly convinced that the same person who killed Marlowe is also responsible for the depravity that is now unfolding in the city she has always called home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCould Emmerson be the link to solving Marlowe's murder and help catch the killer before they kill again?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTaut, chilling and unforgettable, \u003ci\u003eThe Thrill of It\u003c\/i\u003e explores the mind of a killer and the power of a granddaughter's love. A masterful and explosive crime novel by Stella Prize longlisted and critically acclaimed author Mandy Beaumont.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'An emotional tornado of a book. Be warned: it will suck you in and spit you out a changed person' \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTHE AUSTRALIAN WOMEN'S WEEKLY\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A fast-paced and entertaining read. Fans of Laura Elizabeth Woollett's \u003ci\u003eBeautiful Revolutionary\u003c\/i\u003e and Australian crime authors such as Garry Disher and Tom Baragwanath will appreciate this novel' \u003cb\u003eBOOKS+PUBLISHING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Superbly understated... 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