{"title":"Nell Zink","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the fascinating world of Nell Zink, an author renowned for her distinctive voice and keen observations of contemporary life. Her works delve into complex themes with wit and intelligence, appealing to readers who appreciate nuanced storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNell Zink's novels, such as \u003cem\u003eAvalon\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eSister Europe\u003c\/em\u003e, are celebrated for their inventive narratives and richly drawn characters. Set within the genre of General Fiction, these books explore personal and societal issues in thought-provoking ways. \u003cem\u003eAvalon\u003c\/em\u003e captivates its audience through its unique perspective on modern identity and relationships, while \u003cem\u003eSister Europe\u003c\/em\u003e offers an intriguing exploration of cultural and emotional landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a long-time fan or new to her work, Nell Zink's novels promise engaging and insightful reading experiences. Dive into her literary world and discover stories that challenge conventions and celebrate the intricacies of human existence.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"avalon-by-nell-zink-9780571376964","title":"Avalon","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBran's Southern California upbringing is anything but traditional. 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She knows how to survive, but now she must learn how to live.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eThe Wallcreeper\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Alluring, elliptical, exceptional ...' \u003ci\u003eSunday Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Every page is an angular masterpiece ...' \u003ci\u003eDazed\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Fierce, striking and original...' \u003ci\u003eGuardian\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Heady and rambunctious ... this book is a wild thing' \u003ci\u003eNew York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Strange, hilarious, and utterly captivating' \u003ci\u003eHarpers Bazaar\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A work of bizarre brilliance' \u003ci\u003eNew Statesman\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eMislaid\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Audacious and exciting' \u003ci\u003eIndependent\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Zink is a comic writer par excellence' \u003ci\u003eNew Yorker\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Direct, provocative and self-knowing... a unique romp of a book' \u003ci\u003eIrish Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Funny, sexy and daring' \u003ci\u003eObserver\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'An extraordinary talent' \u003ci\u003eDaily Telegraph\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46542633009388,"sku":"9780571376957","price":34.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780571376957.jpg?v=1749765044"},{"product_id":"sister-europe-by-nell-zink-9780241740804","title":"Sister Europe","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne wild, exhilarating night in Berlin—a brilliant new novel by one of the most acclaimed writers of our time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a Berlin night draws in around the pristine glass exterior of the Hotel Interconti, a ragtag group of friends, family, and potential lovers find themselves frustrated. By promise or threat, they have all gathered at a lavish celebration of an elderly author's venerable career. But dinner is delayed, the speeches are a drag, and the gang—a young trans teen and her father; an ageing publisher and his flaky date; a dog, a troubled heiress, and an Arabic Prince—begin to feel the pinch of boredom, hunger, and horniness. Together they will make their bid for freedom and soon embark on an exhilarating odyssey through the city's shadow and light...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSophisticated, sexy, and exquisitely funny, \u003cem\u003eSister Europe\u003c\/em\u003e is the remarkable new novel from one of the most singular, brilliant writers working today—a vivid tale of growing up, growing old, and getting down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Nell Zink is a writer of extraordinary talent and range. 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