{"product_id":"pandora-a-novel-isbn-9780063280021","title":"Pandora: A Novel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e#1 \u003ci\u003eSunday Times\u003c\/i\u003e Bestseller\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Library Journal Best Book of 2023\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e“Lush, evocative and utterly irresistible.”—Jennifer Saint, author of \u003ci\u003eAriadne\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e“Prepare to lift the lid on a lush reimagination of the mythological Pandora… Susan Stokes-Chapman’s atmospheric debut, \u003ci\u003ePANDORA\u003c\/i\u003e, immerses the reader in the dangerous, mysterious world of ancient antiquities with prose that is elegant and teeming with visceral sensory detail. A marvelous debut—imaginative, ambitious, and begging to be savored.” — Sarah Penner, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times \u003c\/i\u003ebestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Last Apothecary\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteeped in mystery and rich in imagination, an exhilarating historical novel set in Georgian London where the discovery of a mysterious ancient Greek vase sets in motion conspiracies, revelations, and romance.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLondon, 1799. Dora Blake, an aspiring jewelry artist, lives with her odious uncle atop her late parents’ once-famed shop of antiquities. After a mysterious Greek vase is delivered, her uncle begins to act suspiciously, keeping the vase locked in the store’s basement, away from prying eyes—including Dora’s. Intrigued by her uncle’s peculiar behavior in this unfolding historical mystery, Dora turns to young, ambitious antiquarian scholar Edward Lawrence who eagerly agrees to help. Edward believes the ancient vase is the key that will unlock his academic future; Dora sees it as a chance to establish her own name.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut what Edward discovers about the vase has Dora questioning everything she has believed about her life, her family, and the world as she knows it. As Dora uncovers the truth, she comes to understand that some doors are locked and some mysteries are buried for a reason, while others are closer to the surface than they appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA story of myth and mystery, secrets and deception, fate and hope, \u003ci\u003ePandora\u003c\/i\u003e is an enchanting mythological retelling and work of historical fiction as captivating and evocative as \u003ci\u003eThe Song of Achilles, The Essex Serpent,\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Miniaturist.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e\"A richly evocative and hugely enjoyable read, bubbling with mysteries, secrets and pleasures\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJoseph O'Connor\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A gripping narrative in which secrets from the past are slowly and ingeniously revealed\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSunday Times, *Historical Fiction Book of the Month*\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Pandora \u003c\/em\u003eweaves together Ancient Greek myth with suspenseful mystery and beguiling romance, set against the brilliantly rendered background of Georgian London. This novel is lush, evocative and utterly irresistible. Susan Stokes-Chapman's prose is exquisite and the story effortlessly intriguing.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJennifer Saint, Sunday Times bestselling author of Ariadne\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"An utterly compelling\u003cstrong\u003e,\u003c\/strong\u003e convincing piece of historical fiction, threaded through with a dash of mythology. Readers will be rooting for Dora from the start, and spellbound as the story unfolds. I loved it.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eElizabeth Lee, author of Cunning Women\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Brimming with authentic Georgian detail and richly imagined characters, \u003cem\u003ePandora \u003c\/em\u003eis a dazzling page-turner of a debut! \u003cem\u003eEnticing, surprising and full of mystery\u003c\/em\u003e, if you're a fan of \u003cem\u003eThe Binding\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003eDaughters of Night\u003c\/em\u003e, then you'll love \u003cem\u003ePandora\u003c\/em\u003e.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJoanne Burn, author of The Hemlock Cure\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Sumptuous, hypnotic and unforgettable. This beautifully told story of Gothic Georgian London is filled with mesmeric wonder, compelling mysteries and fascinating characters. I loved every page of it.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eB. P. Walter, author of The Dinner Guest\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This delightful debut mixes adventure, romance, and mythology, immersing readers in the sights, sounds—and smells—of Georgian London.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal, Best Popular Fiction of 2023\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Stokes-Chapman can write fascinating, three-dimensional characters. . . . Extensive research brings the period so much to life you can taste it. . . . \u003cem\u003ePandora \u003c\/em\u003eis a readable, solid debut.”  - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Guardian\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Susan Stokes-Chapman’s debut is just gorgeous. . . . Romantic, suspenseful and beautifully written, this is a glorious treat.”  - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDaily Mail\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003c\/em\u003ePrepare to lift the lid on a lush reimagination of the mythological Pandora\u003cem\u003e. . . . \u003c\/em\u003eSusan Stokes-Chapman’s atmospheric debut, \u003cem\u003ePandora\u003c\/em\u003e, immerses the reader in the dangerous, mysterious world of ancient antiquities with prose that is elegant and teeming with visceral sensory detail. A marvelous debut—imaginative, ambitious, and begging to be savored.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSarah Penner, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Apothecary.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Chapman’s debut transports readers to late-18th-century England for a story laced with Greek mythology and superstition. . . . Immersive period details and a steadily simmering mystery combine with just a hint of myth and magic to keep the pages flying. Fans of Madeleine Miller’s \u003cem\u003eCirce\u003c\/em\u003e and Natasha Pulley’s \u003cem\u003eThe Watchmaker of Filigree Street\u003c\/em\u003e will find plenty to enjoy here.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"With a nod to Pandora’s mythical box, Stokes-Chapman artfully imagines a world where greed, violence and hatred have run rampant, and envisions their ramifications for a disadvantaged young woman trying to find her way.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWashington Post\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Stokes-Chapman immerses the reader in late-eighteenth-century London, and Dora is a character to root for as she seeks independence from her uncle. This moody debut will appeal to fans of \u003cem\u003eThe Essex Serpent\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Miniaturist\u003c\/em\u003e.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"If you like a novel steeped in great characters, a Gothic Georgian London, a world of antiquities and myth - this is an absolute winner. I loved it!\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eEssie Fox\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Delicious, intriguing and original...unfolds beautifully into a cracking finale.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLiz Hyder, author of The Gifts\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This novel is a work of genius. Beautifully written and perfectly plotted with a heroine you'll fall in love with. It richly describes Georgian London and weaves character study and gorgeous setting and Greek mythology into a perfect book. One of the best historical novels I've ever read.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eChristina Sweeney-Baird\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A complete and utter joy of a book. I adored the characters and it was an incredibly atmospheric read. The evocation of eighteenth century London was beautifully done, the mystery kept me turning the pages and the love story captured my heart. My only complaint was I didn't want it to end!\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eElodie Harper, bestselling author of The Wolf Den\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A gleaming and brilliant novel of history, mystery and mythology set in Georgian London...a real gem of a debut.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnna Mazzola\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003ePandora \u003c\/em\u003eis such an immersive debut - an intriguing mystery, lavish with Georgian detail and tantalizing hints of another world.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKate Mascarenhas, author of The Psychology of Time\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harper Perennial","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44890359857381,"sku":"NP9780063280021","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780063280021.jpg?v=1730233117","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/pandora-a-novel-isbn-9780063280021","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}