{"title":"Jessica Francis Kane","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the works of \u003cem\u003eJessica Francis Kane\u003c\/em\u003e, an acclaimed author known for her poignant storytelling and insightful observations on contemporary life. Her masterful command of language and ability to craft deeply relatable characters make her novels a treat for any fiction enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded in this collection is her celebrated novel, \u003cstrong\u003eRules for Visiting\u003c\/strong\u003e. This book leads readers through the heartwarming and often humorous journey of a woman searching for genuine connections in an increasingly disconnected world. The narrative balances wry wit and emotional depth, showcasing Kane's trademark style of blending humour with deeper reflections on life and friendship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJessica Francis Kane's works are characterised by their elegant prose and thoughtful exploration of human relationships. Her novels make a thoughtful addition to any reader's bookshelf, offering stories that linger in the mind long after the final page is turned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Jessica Francis Kane's collection today and discover the quiet brilliance that defines her storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rules-for-visiting-by-jessica-francis-kane-9781783784653","title":"Rules for Visiting","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Midway through my fortieth year, I reached a point where the balance of the past and all it contained seemed to outweigh the future, my mind so full of things said and not said, done and undone, I no longer understood how to move forward.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMay is at a crossroads. Although her career as a gardener for the university is flourishing, the rest of her life has narrowed to a parched routine. Her father is elderly, her brother estranged, and she keeps her neighbours at arm's length. The missing element, she realises, might be friendship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs May sets off on a journey to visit four neglected friends one-by-one, she holds herself (and them) to humorously high standards, while at home she begins to confront the pain of her past and imagine for herself a different kind of future. May's quest becomes an exploration of the power, and perhaps limits, of modern friendship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRules for Visiting\u003c\/em\u003e by Jessica Francis Kane beautifully delves into the complexities of relationships, offering a poignant look at self-discovery and connection in a rapidly changing world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46532657283308,"sku":"9781783784653","price":23.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2461363482823.jpg?v=1749324852"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/jessica-francis-kane.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}