{"title":"Joanna Buckley","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the heartfelt and thought-provoking works of Joanna Buckley, a gifted author renowned for her captivating storytelling and deep insight into the human experience. Her books, such as \u003cem\u003eLily Harford's Last Request\u003c\/em\u003e, delve into themes that resonate with readers, offering a blend of poignant and reflective narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJoanna Buckley's writing is characterised by its authentic character development and the exploration of complex emotional landscapes. Her novels, categorised under General Fiction, are perfect for readers who appreciate stories that engage the heart and mind, inviting introspection and empathy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eLily Harford's Last Request\u003c\/em\u003e, Buckley masterfully navigates the delicate subject of end-of-life choices, offering a sensitive portrayal that is both moving and thought-provoking. It's a testament to her ability to handle intricate topics with grace and humanity, making her works a must-read for fiction enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into Joanna Buckley's collection and discover stories that linger long after the last page is turned, leaving a lasting impression and a renewed appreciation for life's profound questions.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lily-harfords-last-request-by-joanna-buckley-9781867232469","title":"Lily Harford's Last Request","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLily Harford is nearing the end of her once joyful life – and for her, it can't come soon enough. Who will have the courage, kindness and love to grant her last request? A compassionate and heartfelt story for readers of Jodi Picoult, Tricia Stringer and Fiona Lowe.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKnowing she is sliding into dementia, Lily Harford is ready to give up her life... but can she persuade someone to commit the illegal act of taking it from her?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLily has lived a joyful, independent life in a seaside town in Queensland, running her own business and raising a daughter as a single mother at a time when few women did so. Now health and circumstance have pushed her into a nursing home, and her memory is failing, although events of the past remain fresh. Like pulling back the layers of a Russian doll, Lily recalls the former selves – mother, professional woman, lover, daughter – who still exist inside her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLily's daughter, Pauline, has been pushed to her limits by her demanding job, as well as the needs of her mother, husband, daughter and grandchildren. And now her mother is begging to die. Nurse aide Donna, still recovering from a dysfunctional childhood and the demise of her marriage, finds comfort in Lily's kindness and down-to-earth wisdom. As Lily fades, she asks Donna, too, to help her end her life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA thought-provoking, vivid and moving exploration of how we value a life well lived, and the decisions we make when that life is coming to an end.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRAISE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Joanna Buckley has done an excellent job weaving a highly sensitive issue into a tale with great humanity.' - \u003cem\u003eThe Weekend Australian\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'This \u003cstrong\u003eexquisitely written\u003c\/strong\u003e story reels you in... I \u003cstrong\u003ehighly recommend\u003c\/strong\u003e this wonderful book.' - \u003cem\u003eBetter Reading\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46670902329580,"sku":"9781867232469","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/22451613482852.jpg?v=1752788256"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/joanna-buckley.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}