{"product_id":"the-shadow-sister","title":"The Shadow Sister","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the success of \u003cem\u003eThe Seven Sisters\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Storm Sister\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Shadow Sister\u003c\/em\u003e is the enthralling third instalment in Lucinda Riley's mesmerizing series inspired by the mythology of the Seven Sisters star cluster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of this captivating novel is Star D'Aplièse, who finds herself at a critical juncture in her life following the unexpected death of her beloved father, the enigmatic billionaire known as Pa Salt. Adopted from various corners of the world, Star and her five sisters each receive a clue to their true heritage upon his passing. However, Star—often perceived as the most enigmatic of the siblings—initially hesitates to step out from the comforting shadow of her close-knit relationship with her sister CeCe. Driven by a sense of desperation and an urge to uncover her roots, Star embarks on her quest by following her initial clue to an antiquarian bookshop in London. What she discovers there is the beginning of a transformative journey, one that unveils a completely new realm of possibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eParallel to Star's narrative, the novel transports readers back a hundred years to follow the life of Flora MacNichol, a spirited and independent young woman adamant about never marrying. Flourishing amidst the pastoral beauty of the Lake District and living near her idol, Beatrix Potter, Flora’s life takes a complicated turn due to external circumstances. These events eventually draw her into the orbit of Alice Keppel, a notorious figure in Edwardian society, in the heart of London. Caught in a tug-of-war between a passionate love affair and her obligations to her family, Flora finds herself ensnared in a game whose rules are dictated by others. Her destiny takes an unexpected turn when a mysterious gentleman enters her life, offering her the answers she has long sought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs Star delves deeper into Flora's riveting history, she embarks on her own quest for self-discovery. Star's journey not only helps her unravel the mysteries of the past but also encourages her to step out from CeCe's shadow and embrace the possibility of love and independence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Shadow Sister\u003c\/em\u003e is a spellbinding tale of love, self-discovery, and the enduring bonds of family, woven seamlessly between the past and the present. Lucinda Riley masterfully crafts a story that engages and enchants, leaving readers eager to discover the next chapter in the compelling saga of the Seven Sisters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45719525261548,"sku":"9781529005240","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781529005240_f2b22aa8-e6bc-45f9-b7dd-0b23ef9701ca.jpg?v=1732846591","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/products\/the-shadow-sister","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}