Lucy Elliott, the young daughter of wealthy socialites, sneaks out every full moon to watch the illicit Night Races, where class doesn't matter - only the fastest carriage does. When she finds out that the newest suitor in town, Captain James Dashwood, is not only a fan of the races himself but also a competitor, she decides to find out more about this mysterious man.
Meanwhile, a slew of carriage robberies has been taking place in the county. Could the culprit be a competitor from the Night Races? Lucy and Dashwood are both determined to find out who is involved, but they're playing a dangerous game - and society is always watching.
The Fast and the Furious meets Pride and Prejudice in this delightfully fun regency romp from debut New Zealand author R.M. Caldwell.
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A modern take on family and friendship and how, even in a divided world, love and connection can triumph against all odds.
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A collection of beautifully illustrated reo Māori phrases, for everyday use at any level, from esteemed teacher Donovan Te Ahunui Farnham and talented artist Rehua Wilson.
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Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand, Little Moa, and the Margaret Mahy Estate are thrilled to announce Emma Collicott as the winner of the Margaret Mahy Illustration Prize for 2025.
Incorporated into the pages of The Lost Words are many beautiful reo Māori kupu.
A brilliant fully illustrated cookbook with a glossary of te reo Māori words into English.
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