{"title":"Georgina Young","description":"\u003cp\u003eGeorgina Young is an emerging voice in the realm of \u003cem\u003eGeneral Fiction\u003c\/em\u003e, captivating readers with her insightful and relatable narratives. Known for her ability to delve into the intricacies of modern life, Young's writing is both engaging and thought-provoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn her captivating debut, \"Bootstrap,\" Young explores the theme of self-discovery through the eyes of a protagonist navigating the challenges of contemporary adulthood. With vivid storytelling and unique character development, this book invites readers to reflect on their own journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing her successful debut, Young's \"Loner\" continues to establish her literary prowess. This compelling tale resonates with anyone who has ever felt out of place in the world, offering a poignant exploration of identity, connection, and the quest for meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re new to Georgina Young’s work or a long-time admirer, these novels are a must-read for anyone interested in the nuances of human experience and the complexities of our social landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"loner-by-georgina-young-9781922330130","title":"Loner","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sharp and unlikely coming-of-age debut novel from Australia's Sally Rooney.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLoner\u003c\/em\u003e follows Lona, who spends her days developing photographs in the dark room of the art school she dropped out of, and her nights DJ-ing the roller disco at Planet Skate. She is in inexplicable, debilitating love with a bespectacled former classmate. She shares a comfortable, platonic love with her best friend Tab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Lona's grandfather moves into her home, she finds herself bonding with him just as she watches his health decline. Upon being promoted to manager of checkout three at Coles, she argues for a demotion to trolley-girl. When she meets a bass-playing, cello-shredding, charming-as-all-hell suitor, she is bewildered by the idea of finding herself in a romantic relationship with another human being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLona doesn't know what she wants, but she knows what she doesn't want — well, some of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46549879029996,"sku":"9781922330130","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11712423482872.jpg?v=1749932706"},{"product_id":"bootstrap-by-georgina-young-9781922330772","title":"Bootstrap","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJackson Sweeney is stewing in his tiny hometown, feeling stuck. He spends his days working at Al’s Takeaway and his nights at the local dive pub, scouting for a guy he hasn’t pashed yet. His childhood friend Marnie returns to Ginsborough on her family’s annual visit, but she’s reeling from a break-up and is determined to lie low. After all, nothing happens in this part of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut then one night, an odd-looking stranger shows up: he has long black hair, a leather trench coat, and the improbable name of Bootstrap. What’s more, he says he’s here to see the night Jackson Sweeney becomes a hero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoon, Sweeney and Marnie find themselves swept up in an adventure they never could have dreamt of—with a fugitive on the run from the future. Both a thrilling race against time and a witty contemporary love story, \u003ci\u003eBootstrap\u003c\/i\u003e is the genre-bending new novel from the brilliant Georgina Young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46670264369388,"sku":"9781922330772","price":35.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11718843482872.jpg?v=1752765844"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/georgina-young.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}