{"title":"Khin Myint","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Khin Myint, a distinguished author celebrated for her evocative storytelling and keen insight into the human experience. Her works are a testament to the power of memoir and biography, offering readers an intimate glimpse into lives both delicate and resilient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in her collection is \u003cem\u003eFragile Creatures\u003c\/em\u003e, a book that masterfully intertwines personal narrative with broader themes of vulnerability and strength. In her writing, Khin Myint weaves together her astute observations with heartfelt reflections, crafting stories that resonate with authenticity and compassion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a fan of memoirs or new to the genre, the works of Khin Myint promise to engage and inspire, opening windows to different perspectives and experiences. Her books are not just stories; they are journeys into the soul, leaving readers with a lasting impression of the intricacies of life and the enduring spirit of humanity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fragile-creatures-by-khin-myint-9781760645144","title":"Fragile Creatures","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA powerful debut from an extraordinary voice, gentle in the face of extremity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKhin's sister Theda has a strange illness and a euthanasia drug locked in a box under her bed. Her doctor thinks her problem is purely physical, and so does she, but Khin is not so sure. He knows what they both went through growing up in Perth—it wasn't welcoming back then for a Burmese-Australian family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith Theda's condition getting worse, Khin heads off to the United States. He needs to sort things out with his ex-partner. Once there, events take a very odd turn, and he finds himself in court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a family story told with humour, wonderment and complete honesty. It's about care, truth and the hardest choices—and what happens when realities clash. How do we balance responsibility for others with what we owe ourselves? \u003cem\u003eFragile Creatures\u003c\/em\u003e will sweep you up and leave you stunned at its power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'The miracle of this book is the writer's tone—calm, patient and searching, steadfast in the face of unthinkable suffering'\u003c\/em\u003e - Helen Garner, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Spare Room\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Compelling and compassionate. Your heart will ache as you read Khin Myint's beautiful, poetic prose. Such wisdom and grace in these pages—an extraordinary story I will keep thinking about for a long time to come.'\u003c\/em\u003e - Alice Pung, author of \u003cem\u003eOne Hundred Days\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'A fearless and incisive exploration of masculinity, families and racism. Khin Myint brings a sharp emotional intelligence and a gentle sensibility to this extraordinary story that is at once quietly devastating and uplifting. A new and compelling voice in Australian non-fiction.'\u003c\/em\u003e - Kristina Olsson, author of \u003cem\u003eBoy, Lost- A Family Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46371885711596,"sku":"9781760645144","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23838383482814.jpg?v=1744813227"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/khin-myint.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}