{"product_id":"the-school-run-isbn-9781639108114","title":"The School Run","description":"\u003cb\u003eWhen a group of mothers takes the competition for private schooling too far, the consequences are deadly, in this twisting tale of secrets and betrayal, perfect for fans of\u003ci\u003e Big Little Lies\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eOne of Us is Dead\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery year, the reputable Queensland institution of St. Ignatius, affectionately called Iggy, hosts a Gala Day. This battle of brains and brawn, where 11-year-olds vie for a spot inside those hallowed ivory walls, directly affects admissions and determines the path of each and every candidate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut in the cutthroat environment of elite academia, three mothers will stop at nothing to see their boys succeed. As Gala Day draws near, one scholarly prospect is struck down in a hit-and-run, and as whispers escalate to accusations, scandals and lies unravel until the only question on everyone’s mind is: who will be left standing?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExploring the dark side of motherhood and the fierce competition that destroys close-knit communities, this chilling descent into the dangers of suburbia will thrill fans of Lisa Jewell and Andrea Bartz.\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eThe School Run\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The plot twists and surprises in Lowe’s latest make one feel as if they are on a roller coaster, wanting to learn more . . .Will appeal to fans of \u003ci\u003eBig Little Lies\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Husband’s Secret\u003c\/i\u003e.”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A mesmerizing story . . . Engrossing and unpredictable.”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003ci\u003eFresh Fiction\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Deliciously dark and completely enthralling.”\u003cbr\u003e—Nicola Moriarty, internationally bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eYou Need to Know\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Sharp, clever and compelling.”\u003cbr\u003e—Sarah Pearse, bestselling author of\u003ci\u003e The Sanatorium\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Darkly funny . . . I raced to the last page.”\u003cbr\u003e—B.M. Carroll, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Other Side of Her\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A murder mystery that had me gripped til the end.”\u003cbr\u003e—Helen Cooper, author of\u003ci\u003e The Other Guest\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eAli Lowe\u003c\/b\u003e has been a journalist for 20 years. She has written for magazines, newspapers, and websites in London and then Australia, after she moved to Sydney sixteen years ago on a trip that was meant to last a year. She was Features Editor at \u003ci\u003eOK! \u003c\/i\u003ein London, where she memorably stalked celebrities in Elton John's garden at his annual White Tie and Tiara ball. Ali lives on the northern beaches of Sydney with her husband and three young children.","brand":"Crooked Lane Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46301333979365,"sku":"NP9781639108114","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781639108114.jpg?v=1767741350","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/the-school-run-isbn-9781639108114","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}