{"product_id":"once-there-was-9781398520400","title":"Once There Was","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eIn the debut novel from New York Times bestselling author Kiyash Monsef, a young girl discovers that her father was a vet who cared for mythical beasts, and she must take his place in a secret world where magical creatures are bought and sold. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 416 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 04 April 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Simon \u0026amp; Schuster Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover a captivating realm filled with extraordinary creatures and unexpected heroes in the mesmerizing debut novel by New York Times bestselling author Kiyash Monsef. This enthralling tale is perfect for readers aged 9 and above, and will captivate fans of Philip Pullman, Neil Gaiman, J.K. Rowling, and A.F. Steadman.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce upon a time, a young girl named Marjan was captivated by her father's tales of mythical beasts. Griffons, unicorns, and dragons filled her with curiosity and wonder. However, Marjan is no longer a little girl. After her father's sudden passing, she must navigate the challenges of school, friendships, and her father's struggling veterinary practice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut a mysterious visitor soon reveals that Marjan's father was no ordinary veterinarian. The creatures from his stories are real, and he had traveled the world to care for them. Stepping into a secret world hidden in plain sight, where magical creatures are bought, sold, treasured, and trapped, Marjan must take her father's place.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs she delves deeper into this mysterious world, Marjan comes closer to a shocking truth that threatens the safety of both humans and beasts. The fate of the entire realm rests on her shoulders, and she must use all her skills and courage to save it from impending danger.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis debut novel is a must-read for anyone who loves adventure, fantasy, and the power of friendship. Prepare to be transported to a world where anything is possible and the line between reality and imagination blurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 454g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 144 x 226 x 32 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781398520400\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kiyash Monsef","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44159971623162,"sku":"9781398520400","price":10.97,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1680875819489_book.jpg?v=1680984443","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/once-there-was-9781398520400","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}