{"title":"Joe Siple","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoe Siple crafts engaging stories rooted in everyday life, weaving relatable characters with subtle twists of fate. His novels, including those centred around Mr. Murray McBride's wishes, explore the complexities of human desires and the unexpected paths they create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect heartfelt narratives that balance warmth and introspection, inviting reflection on the power of hope and the meaning behind personal dreams. 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What comes next?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen he meets Alexandra Lopez, a determined ten-year-old girl facing deportation and uncertainty, he is inspired by his old friend, Murray McBride, to help her fulfil five wishes before she must leave. Jason and Alexandra set out to check off as many of her wishes as possible. 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With the help of some new friends, Murray and Jenny retrace their steps from years before. Over the course of the day, Murray tenderly retells their love story—how they met, the challenges they faced and overcame, and their initial attempt at the quest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut the closer they get to the treasure, the more clearly Murray remembers why they abandoned the search the first time. With the exhilarating discovery at hand, Murray must decide whether to unearth the treasure, even if it means bringing up painful events from the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis heartwarming novel is perfect for fans of Fredrik Backman's \u003cem\u003eA Man Called Ove\u003c\/em\u003e and Lisa Wingate's \u003cem\u003eThe Prayer Box\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47371514970348,"sku":"9781454961147","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/263733482706.jpg?v=1773227425"},{"product_id":"the-five-wishes-of-mr-murray-mcbride-by-joe-siple-9781454961123","title":"The Five Wishes of Mr. Murray McBride","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe international bestselling novel about Murray McBride\u003c\/em\u003e, a lonely 100-year-old man who's outlived just about everyone he's ever loved. 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