{"title":"Cressida Connolly","description":"\u003cp\u003eCressida Connolly is a celebrated British author known for her insightful and evocative storytelling. Her work in general fiction has captivated readers with its depth and emotional resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eConnolly’s novel, \u003cem\u003eAfter the Party\u003c\/em\u003e, stands out as a masterfully crafted piece set during the tumultuous period of the late 1930s. The story delves into the intricate lives of its characters and explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the socio-political climate leading up to World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders of Connolly’s books are drawn to her ability to weave historical detail with compelling narrative, offering a rich reading experience that’s both educational and deeply engaging. With her keen eye for detail and an empathetic narrative style, Connolly’s work is a must-have for any general fiction enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"after-the-party-by-cressida-connolly-9780241327739","title":"After the Party","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn enthralling novel about class, politics, and sisterhood, set against the rise of Fascism in 1930s Britain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHad it not been for my weakness, someone who is now dead could still be alive. That is what I believed and consequently lived with every day in prison.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the summer of 1938 and Phyllis Forrester has returned to England after years abroad. Moving into her sister's grand country house, she soon finds herself entangled in a new world of idealistic beliefs and seemingly innocent friendships. Fevered talk of another war infiltrates their small, privileged circle, giving way to a thrilling solution—a great and charismatic leader, who will restore England to its former glory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt a party hosted by her new friends, Phyllis lets down her guard for a single moment, with devastating consequences. Years later, Phyllis, alone and embittered, recounts the dramatic events which led to her imprisonment and changed the course of her life forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46529216676076,"sku":"9780241327739","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/25076723482273.jpg?v=1749207723"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/cressida-connolly.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}