{"product_id":"9781529385328","title":"Death of a Bookseller","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeath of a Bookseller\u003c\/strong\u003e is a gripping psychological thriller by Alice Slater that delves deep into the mind of its protagonist, Roach, a reclusive bookseller with an intense fascination for true crime. Living a solitary life, she finds comfort in the company of her collection of serial killer books and her pet snail, Bleep. However, her world is disrupted when Laura, a vibrant new employee, joins the shop. While Laura’s friendly demeanour quickly wins over customers, Roach can’t shake the feeling that there’s more to her than meets the eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Roach’s intrigue about Laura deepens, what begins as curiosity spirals into an all-consuming obsession. The line between friendship and fixation blurs, leading Roach down a path fraught with danger and moral ambiguity. The narrative takes readers through a labyrinth of suspense, exploring themes of isolation, identity, and the darker aspects of human nature. Slater masterfully crafts a story that keeps readers on edge, questioning the boundaries of normalcy and the extent of obsession.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIsolation and Loneliness\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe Nature of Obsession\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe Duality of Human Nature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n    \"A chilling exploration of the ties that bind—and the ones that ensnare.\"\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders who appreciate the intricate psychological landscapes of novels such as \u003cit\u003eThe Other Typist\u003c\/it\u003e by Suzanne Rindell or \u003cit\u003eMy Lovely Wife\u003c\/it\u003e by Samantha Downing will find themselves captivated by Slater’s deft storytelling and rich character development in \u003cstrong\u003eDeath of a Bookseller\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hodder \u0026 Stoughton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52951344382284,"sku":"9781529385328","price":197.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781529385328_front.webp?v=1765294610","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/en-se\/products\/9781529385328","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}