{"product_id":"foxglove-summer","title":"Foxglove Summer","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eFoxglove Summer\u003c\/i\u003e by Ben Aaronovitch\u003c\/b\u003e is the fifth instalment in the acclaimed Rivers of London series, where the ordinary meets the extraordinary in the most unexpected of ways. From the \u003ci\u003eSunday Times\u003c\/i\u003e Number One bestselling author, this novel continues the adventures of Peter Grant, a Detective Constable and apprentice wizard, whose latest investigation takes him far from his familiar London streets.\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this gripping sequel, Peter is dispatched to the quiet village of Herefordshire, far from the hustle and bustle of London. The local police are baffled by the mysterious disappearance of two young girls, and there are whispers of a supernatural element that they're reluctant to confront. As Peter navigates this unfamiliar territory, he is joined by Beverley Brook, a river goddess and one of his closest allies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe idyllic countryside holds dark secrets, and Peter soon finds himself up against local cops who are sceptical of his London ways and the existence of magic. Both he and Beverley must unearth the truth amidst ancient local legends, tricky gods, and a community that is not what it seems. To add to his challenges, Peter discovers that rural life operates on its own schedule, with shops closing early and a pace that's in sharp contrast to city life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003ePraise for the Rivers of London novels:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNick Frost:\u003c\/b\u003e \"Ben Aaronovitch has created a wonderful world full of mystery, magic and fantastic characters. I love being there more than the real London.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Sun:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \"As brilliant and funny as ever.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Independent:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \"Charming, witty, exciting.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Times:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \"An incredibly fast-moving magical joyride for grown-ups.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover why this incredible series has sold over two million copies worldwide. If you're a fan of Terry Pratchett or Douglas Adams – don't panic – you will love Ben Aaronovitch's imaginative, irreverent, and all-round irresistible novels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Alliance Distribution Services Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45711919186156,"sku":"9780575132528","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780575132528.jpg?v=1725979222","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/products\/foxglove-summer","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}