{"title":"Owen Hanson","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection dedicated to the works of \u003cstrong\u003eOwen Hanson\u003c\/strong\u003e, a distinguished author in the genre of \u003cem\u003eCrime \u0026amp; Thriller\u003c\/em\u003e. With a reputation for crafting gripping narratives that keep readers on the edge of their seats, Owen Hanson has become a favourite amongst fans of suspenseful and intricately woven plots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is the riveting novel \u003cem\u003eThe California Kid\u003c\/em\u003e, a thrilling exploration of crime and intrigue set against the backdrop of California’s vibrant yet gritty landscapes. Hanson's storytelling prowess shines through his ability to blend compelling characters with unexpected twists, making his books a must-read for anyone captivated by the dark alleys of the criminal underworld.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a long-standing admirer or new to his literature, this collection offers an exhilarating escape into the suspenseful tales crafted by Owen Hanson. Dive into his world where every page promises suspense and a dose of unrelenting action.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-california-kid-by-owen-hanson-9781684420506","title":"The California Kid","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYou've read the shocking one-sided tale of international drug kingpin Owen Hanson in \u003ci\u003eRolling Stone\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eVICE\u003c\/i\u003e, and the \u003ci\u003eLA Times\u003c\/i\u003e—but now he's ready to tell his side of the story.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA surfer kid from Redondo Beach, California, Owen Hanson was still in his 20s when he found himself the leader of a multimillion-dollar criminal empire. What began as an attempt to fit in with the rich kids at the University of Southern California soon grew into gambling and loan sharking, which then opened the door to drug trafficking and money laundering. Hanson wasn't just involved in this stuff—he excelled at it. Living the fast-paced lifestyle of the rich and famous, Hanson felt he was finally making his father proud, never mind the questionable ethics and obvious danger of it all. But with the cartel, a serious drug-abuse problem, and the pursuit of the FBI all threatening to overtake him, it wouldn't be long before his glamorous lifestyle caught up with him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe California Kid\u003c\/i\u003e follows Owen from his roots as a USC star athlete from a broken home, where his idolisation of the rich and famous began, to his descent down a dangerous path where he would stop at nothing to earn the love and acceptance of his absent mother and the respect of his father. The story that follows is almost too wild to believe—but Owen bears the 21-year sentence to prove it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072695582956,"sku":"9781684420506","price":69.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19908333482787.jpg?v=1765126848"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/owen-hanson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}