{"title":"Christy Collins","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of Christy Collins, a compelling voice in the realm of general fiction. Christy's storytelling is known for its vivid characterisation and emotional depth, captivating readers with each poignant narrative. One of her noteworthy works, \u003cem\u003eThe Price of Two Sparrows\u003c\/em\u003e, exemplifies her ability to weave intricate tales that explore complex human emotions and moral dilemmas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChristy's narratives are not just stories, but immersive journeys that invite you to delve into the lives of her well-crafted characters. Whether you are a long-time fan or new to her works, this collection offers a rich experience filled with introspection and discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into the thought-provoking world of Christy Collins, where each book promises to leave a lasting impression on your literary journey.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-price-of-two-sparrows-by-christy-collins-9781922400635","title":"The Price of Two Sparrows","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeico is an ornithologist fighting a losing battle to protect the birds in his beachside suburb. When a journalist asks for comment on a planned development, Heico exaggerates his reports on how many migratory birds use the site. Soon it is revealed that the proposed building is a mosque, and he finds himself embroiled in community resistance to the project. Still, he refuses to back down. As the delayed mosque project becomes a focal point for growing Islamophobia, Heico must confront his own ghosts, and the prejudices he insists he doesn't have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNahla is Heico's house cleaner. Having recently arrived in Australia, she is trying to find her place in a new country and a new marriage. Isolated and lonely, she sees the mosque as a symbol of what she hopes to find in Australia: community, familiarity, acceptance. But as resistance to the project intensifies, she must summon the courage and the language to speak out and claim her space in this new life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePiercingly clear-eyed and deeply insightful, \u003ci\u003eThe Price of Two Sparrows\u003c\/i\u003e explores what we hold sacred and why. It delicately picks apart questions of community and prejudice, religion and nature in the modern world. This is a beautiful and thought-provoking debut from an exceptional new Australian writer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46717855564012,"sku":"9781922400635","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12417473482872.jpg?v=1754486599"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/christy-collins.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}