{"title":"Jessica Rudd","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the delightful and witty world of \u003cem\u003eJessica Rudd\u003c\/em\u003e, a talented author known for her engaging storytelling and relatable characters. As the daughter of Kevin Rudd, the former Prime Minister of Australia, Jessica draws upon her unique experiences and insights to craft narratives that resonate with a broad audience. Her books are a perfect blend of humour, politics, and the everyday struggles of a modern woman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJessica's popular book series featuring \u003cem\u003eCampaign Ruby\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eRuby Blues\u003c\/em\u003e captures the journey of Ruby Stanhope, a charming and unstoppable force navigating the highs and lows of political life. These novels are not only a treat for those who enjoy a good laugh but also offer an insightful glimpse into the fast-paced world of political campaigns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten with warmth and intelligence, Jessica Rudd's novels belong to the \u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Fiction\u003c\/strong\u003e category, making them a great choice for readers seeking an entertaining and thought-provoking read. Get ready to be captivated by stories that are as humorous as they are heartfelt, offering a perfect escape into a world of satire and human connection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"campaign-ruby-by-jessica-rudd-9781921758652","title":"Campaign Ruby","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen she gets the email announcing her redundancy, Ruby Stanhope hopes to maintain the composure expected of your average London investment banker. Instead, the next day's hangover brings two unfortunate discoveries. First, her impromptu reply to the bosses has gone viral, published everywhere from Facebook to the Financial Times. Second, she has a non-refundable, same-day ticket to Melbourne, thanks to a dangerous cocktail of Victorian pinot noir, broadband internet and a dash of melancholy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLanding in Australia, Ruby plans a quiet stay with her aunt in the Yarra Valley - but a party at the local winery results in an unexpected job offer: financial policy adviser to the Federal Leader of the Opposition. Intrigued, Ruby heads to Melbourne for a morning coffee with the Chief of Staff—and finds herself in the middle of the Treasurer's overthrow of the Prime Minister and the announcement of an early election.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRookie Ruby, dubbed 'Roo' by her Aussie colleagues, is thrown into the campaign and spends four weeks circumnavigating Australia while trying to stay afloat in the deep end of politics. Through trial and plenty of error (including wardrobe malfunctions, media mishaps and a palate for unsavoury men) she finds passion, not just a flair, for her new career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its light touch and deft comic instincts, \u003cem\u003eCampaign Ruby\u003c\/em\u003e is a delightful combination of fashion, faux pas, falling for the wrong man and the unexpected fun of federal politics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46543336276204,"sku":"9781921758652","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5997643482872.jpg?v=1749745153"},{"product_id":"ruby-blues-by-jessica-rudd-9781922079046","title":"Ruby Blues","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Answer the question, Ruby.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'There was no question.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Are you or are you not planning to use a trip to the United States to skip your birthday?'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'I will be crossing the international dateline at the time, rendering me twenty-nine forever more.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eCampaign Ruby\u003c\/em\u003e, the novel where it all began, Ruby managed to get: drunk, the Leader of the Opposition elected, and Luke. In \u003cem\u003eRuby Blues\u003c\/em\u003e, what's a girl to do when she's about to turn thirty, when her wardrobe is drab, her love life becomes lukewarm, and the government is leakier than a cheap umbrella?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWork? Luke? Can she have it all? And, more importantly, what should she wear to the Midwinter Ball?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46671305703660,"sku":"9781922079046","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9201583482872.jpg?v=1752811736"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/jessica-rudd.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}