{"title":"Philip Gray","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to Philip Gray, a masterful storyteller whose works transport readers through time with rich narratives and intriguing mysteries. Specialising in \u003cem\u003ehistorical fiction\u003c\/em\u003e, Gray crafts stories that are as educational as they are thrilling, immersing readers in meticulously researched settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his captivating titles is \u003cem\u003eThe House with Nine Locks\u003c\/em\u003e. This novel invites readers into an era shrouded in intrigue and suspense, where every twist and turn of the plot is a doorway to the past. Gray's adept use of historical context provides not only a backdrop for his suspenseful tales but also a deeper insight into the eras he portrays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePhilip Gray's works are perfect for those who love to explore history through the lens of fiction, where the line between reality and imagination blurs. Whether you're a seasoned reader of historical fiction or new to the genre, Gray's novels offer an engaging and enlightening journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our collection to discover more about the fascinating worlds created by Philip Gray, each offering a unique glimpse into times gone by. Happy reading!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-house-with-nine-locks-by-philip-gray-9781787304437","title":"The House with Nine Locks","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1950s Flanders – A master forger transforms a young woman's life, but will the price be too high? Combining the cinematic allure of \u003cem\u003eThe Queen's Gambit\u003c\/em\u003e with the seductive intrigue of Jessie Burton's \u003cem\u003eThe Muse\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe House with Nine Locks\u003c\/em\u003e is a compelling and sweeping historical novel with characters you won't soon forget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA master forger. A hidden fortune. A dangerous game of cat and mouse...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn post-war Flanders, Adelais de Wolf's family is slowly, inexplicably, falling apart – her mother evermore lost to religious devotion, her father to alcohol. But with the death of a beloved uncle, Adelais finds herself in receipt of an unexpected legacy – a shuttered house in a rundown district and its contents – contents that hold the promise of independence and wealth. All that is required is application, nerve, and a willingness to break the law.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdelais stifles her doubts, and her fortunes are transformed. But with her rise comes complications – her victimless crimes may not be as victimless as she supposed. Nor has she counted on the singular fanaticism of Major de Smet of the Federal Gendarmerie, a brutal detective who never forgives and never forgets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEmbroiled in a game that has gone on too long, will Adelais find the cost of her fortunes too high?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47082831610092,"sku":"9781787304437","price":38.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9573413482824.jpg?v=1765277894"},{"product_id":"the-house-with-nine-locks-by-philip-gray-9781529922943","title":"The House with Nine Locks","description":"1950s Flanders- A master forger transforms a young woman's life, but will the price be too high? Combining the cinematic allure of The Queen's Gambit with the seductive intrigue of Jessie Burton's The Muse, The House with Nine Locks is a compelling and sweeping historical novel with characters you won't soon forget.\n\nA master forger. A hidden fortune. A dangerous game of cat and mouse...\n\nIn post-war Flanders, Adelais de Wolf's family is slowly, inexplicably, falling apart- her mother evermore lost to religious devotion, her father to alcohol. But with the death of a beloved uncle, Adelais finds herself in receipt of an unexpected legacy- a shuttered house in a rundown district and its contents - contents that hold the promise of independence and wealth. All that is required is application, nerve, and a willingness to break the law.\n\nAdelais stifles her doubts and her fortunes are transformed. But with her rise comes complications- her victimless crimes may not be as victimless as she supposed. Nor has she counted on the singular fanaticism of Major de Smet of the Federal Gendarmerie, a brutal detective who never forgives and never forgets.\n\nEmbroiled in a game that has gone on too long, will Adelais find the cost of her fortunes too high?","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288928338156,"sku":"9781529922943","price":28.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6e3217775374bd5fec76e96a4fa391c6.jpg?v=1770603116"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/philip-gray.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}