{"title":"E Y Zhao","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of \u003cem\u003eE Y Zhao\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished author making waves in the realm of general fiction. Known for their compelling storytelling and intricate character development, E Y Zhao captures the essence of human experiences with eloquence and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong their creations is the thought-provoking novel \u003cem\u003eUnderspin\u003c\/em\u003e, which exemplifies Zhao's talent for weaving complex narratives that resonate with readers. The novel invites audiences to delve into its richly crafted plots and explore the nuanced dilemmas faced by its characters, creating an immersive reading journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are new to Zhao's works or a devoted follower, this collection promises to challenge your perceptions and evoke a spectrum of emotions. Find your next great read with E Y Zhao, where every page offers a new perspective and every story leaves a lasting impact.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"underspin-by-e-y-zhao-9781529961485","title":"Underspin","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChallengers\u003c\/em\u003e meets \u003cem\u003eWhiplash\u003c\/em\u003e in this intimate, bruising novel about the short and tumultuous life of a table tennis prodigy, as seen through the eyes of those pulled into his orbit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'A staggeringly good debut, written with elan, compassion and wit'\u003c\/em\u003e - Kaliane Bradley, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Ministry of Time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Challengers, but make it table tennis'\u003c\/em\u003e - Lit Hub, 'Most Anticipated Books of 2025'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'An eruption of a debut . . . with meticulous precision and tremendous heart'\u003c\/em\u003e - Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, author of \u003cem\u003eChain-Gang All-Stars\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'A superior force to be reckoned with'\u003c\/em\u003e - Neel Mukherjee, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Lives of Others\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eChoice\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRyan Lo begins playing table tennis aged eight. His brilliant but ruthless coach sees a talent in him that might be nurtured into greatness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough an adolescence marked by hours of practice, matches away from home, clandestine relationships and a determination to win, Ryan ascends to the highest echelons of the game, just as he was supposed to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut here he is now, dead before his twenty-fifth birthday, leaving grief and confusion in his wake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRyan Lo was meant to be great. What happened?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnderspin\u003c\/em\u003e delves beneath the pressure that forges a champion, and the vulnerability that makes a coming of age – the crackling intensity of a match, the push and pull of first love, and the great injustices committed within our closest relationships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'A kaleidoscopic novel . . . Zhao's prose is a marvel'\u003c\/em\u003e - Rob Franklin, author of \u003cem\u003eGreat Black Hope\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Leaves a trail of fire in its wake . . . An electric debut'\u003c\/em\u003e - Jenny Tinghui Zhang, author of \u003cem\u003eFour Treasures of the Sky\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'An unconventional and stylish portrait of a table tennis wunderkind . . . this book will immerse you in its high-stakes world until the very last page'\u003c\/em\u003e - Alina Grabowski, author of \u003cem\u003eWomen and Children First\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47083939430636,"sku":"9781529961485","price":38.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781529961485.jpg?v=1765359883"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/e-y-zhao.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}