{"title":"Mendez","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated book collection featuring the works of the acclaimed author, \u003cstrong\u003eMendez\u003c\/strong\u003e. Known for their evocative storytelling and unique voice, Mendez has made a significant impact in the realm of General Fiction. Their books are brilliant explorations of identity, heritage, and the human condition, resonating deeply with readers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works in this collection is \u003cem\u003eRainbow Milk\u003c\/em\u003e, a novel that artfully blends narrative richness with cultural introspection. This book delves into intricate themes of self-discovery and the immigrant experience, offering profound insights into personal and societal challenges. Mendez's ability to craft compelling characters and vivid settings makes their stories both relatable and unforgettable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a long-time fan or new to Mendez's writing, this collection promises an enlightening experience. Each book is a journey into diverse perspectives and storytelling mastery, making it an essential addition to any fiction lover's library. Explore these vibrant narratives and discover the profound impact of Mendez's literary contributions.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rainbow-milk-by-paul-mendez-9780349700588","title":"Rainbow Milk","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAn \u003ci\u003eOBSERVER\u003c\/i\u003e TOP TEN DEBUT 2020\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eShortlisted for the GORDON BURN PRIZE, JHALAK PRIZE, POLARI PRIZE and the FICTION DEBUT CATEGORY OF THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eRainbow Milk\u003c\/i\u003e is an intersectional coming-of-age story, following nineteen-year-old Jesse McCarthy as he grapples with his racial and sexual identities against the backdrop of a Jehovah's Witness upbringing and the legacies of the Windrush generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Black Country in the 1950s, ex-boxer Norman Alonso is a determined and humble Jamaican who has moved to Britain with his wife to secure a brighter future for themselves and their children. Blighted with unexpected illness and racism, Norman and his family are resilient in the face of such hostilities, but are all too aware that they will need more than just hope to survive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the turn of the millennium, Jesse seeks a fresh start in London - escaping from a broken immediate family, a repressive religious community and the desolate, disempowered Black Country - but finds himself at a loss for a new centre of gravity, and turns to sex work to create new notions of love, fatherhood and spirituality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRainbow Milk\u003c\/i\u003e is a bold exploration of race, class, sexuality, freedom and religion across generations, time and cultures. Mendez is a fervent new writer with an original and urgent voice.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Sensuous and thrillingly well written' \u003ci\u003eObserver\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'When did you last read a novel about a young, black, gay, Jehovah's Witness man from Wolverhampton who flees his community to make his way in London as a prostitute? This might be a debut, but Mendez is an exciting, accomplished and daring storyteller with a great ear for dialogue. Graphic Erotica Alert! Don't read this book if you like your fiction cosy and middle-of-the-road' - Bernardine Evaristo, winner of the 2019 Booker Prize for \u003ci\u003eGirl, Woman, Other\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'The kind of novel you never knew you were waiting for. An explosive work that reels from sex, to sin, to salvation all the while grappling with what it means to be black, gay, British, a son, a father, a lover, even a man. A remarkable debut' - Marlon James, Booker Prize winning author of \u003ci\u003eBlack Leopard, Red Wolf\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'This debut cements Mendez as a stunning new voice in fiction' \u003ci\u003eCosmopolitan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46845575954668,"sku":"9780349700588","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13459403482312.jpg?v=1758887049"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/mendez.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}