{"title":"Elizabeth Nunez","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the remarkable works of Elizabeth Nunez, an acclaimed author known for her thought-provoking narratives and eloquent prose. Her novels often explore themes of identity, belonging, and societal challenges, offering readers a deep dive into captivating worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her impressive repertoire is the novel \u003cem\u003eNow Lila Knows\u003c\/em\u003e, a powerful story that combines a personal journey with broader cultural and societal questions. Nunez's work often finds a graceful balance between storytelling and exploring the nuances of human nature, making her books an enriching experience for anyone seeking depth and reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur Elizabeth Nunez collection invites you to explore the diverse and rich narratives she crafts, bridging gaps between Science and Nature while delving into the complexities of human experiences. Discover her books that not only entertain but also provoke thoughtful contemplation about our world and the intricate connections within it.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"now-lila-knows-by-elizabeth-nunez-9781636140247","title":"Now Lila Knows","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Powerful in message . . . An engaging, warm-hearted, page-turner of a novel.\" -\u003cem\u003eNew West Indian Guide\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor Lila Bonnard, the opportunity to take a position as a visiting professor in the US has come at precisely the right time. Still nursing the wounds of one failed relationship and facing uncertainty over her current boyfriend's marriage proposal, spending a year at a small liberal arts college in a picturesque Vermont town offers her sanity a well-deserved rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin moments of her arrival, Lila is forced to face anti-immigrant mentalities and becomes a witness to the fatal police shooting of an unarmed Black man—a fellow professor at Mayfield who was giving CPR to a white woman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe three Black faculty members in the otherwise all-white, tight-lipped college expect Lila to testify in the case—but at what cost? Mistrust of outsiders, racial tensions, even outright condemnation of others who \"don't know their place\" . . . all of it comes crashing down around her as she confronts the dangers of speaking out against the police.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNow Lila Knows\u003c\/em\u003e is a gripping story that explores our obligation to act when confronted with hatred and prejudice. A page-turner with universal resonance, this novel will leave readers rethinking the meaning of love, empathy, and even humanity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854711378156,"sku":"9781636140247","price":50.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781636140247.jpg?v=1759252819"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/elizabeth-nunez.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}