{"title":"Mina Fears","description":"\u003cp\u003eMina Fears crafts gripping young adult stories that blend intense suspense with richly drawn characters. Her novels often explore themes of identity and resilience, inviting readers into thrilling worlds where courage and survival are tested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith titles like \u003cem\u003eThe Scorpion Queen\u003c\/em\u003e, Fears captivates with fast-paced plots and emotional depth, perfect for those who enjoy dark, atmospheric tales that linger long after the last page.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-scorpion-queen-by-mina-fears-9781529097221","title":"The Scorpion Queen","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt first glance, Princess Mariama lives a charmed life at the imperial palace in Timbuktu, with servants catering for her every need. But deep within the palace walls, a terrible trial takes place for the princess's hand in marriage. Ninety-nine suitors have died, and the princess is determined to end the carnage before another life is lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFramed for a crime she didn't commit, Amie has lost everything. Her family, her status, her love. Forced into service for the emperor's daughter, she dreams of nothing but escape and a chance to be reunited with her childhood sweetheart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut all is not as it seems at court, and the more Amie learns about the princess's circumstances, the closer the girls become. 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