{"title":"Lisa Alward","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the evocative narratives of Lisa Alward, a captivating author in the realm of General Fiction. Her works, such as \u003cem\u003eCocktail\u003c\/em\u003e, effortlessly blend intricate storytelling with a deep exploration of human emotions and relationships. Lisa Alward’s writing invites readers into richly detailed worlds, crafted with a compelling sense of realism and empathy. Her prose is characterised by its vivid imagery and the ability to evoke profound reflections on everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach story by Lisa Alward is a journey that subtly challenges the reader's perceptions and presents fresh perspectives on familiar themes. Whether delving into personal growth, exploring interpersonal dynamics, or illuminating the complexities of modern existence, her books resonate with authenticity and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for book lovers who appreciate thought-provoking fiction, Lisa Alward’s collection offers an enriching experience that lingers long after the last page is turned. Dive into her universe and be captivated by her insightful and emotionally engaging storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cocktail-by-lisa-alward-9781771965620","title":"Cocktail","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinner of the 2023 Danuta Gleed Literary Award. Longlisted for the 2024 Carol Shields Prize for Fiction. Winner of the New Brunswick 2023 Mrs. Dunster's Award for Fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne of the \u003ci\u003eGlobe and Mail\u003c\/i\u003e Fiction to Read in Fall 2023. AMiramichi Reader Best Book of 2023. ATyee Best Book of 2023.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"A writer to watch.\" - \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e (starred review)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA girl receives a bedtime visit from a drunken party guest, who will haunt her fantasies for years. A young mother discovers underneath the wallpaper a striking portrait that awakens inconvenient desires. A divorced man distracts himself from the mess he's made by flirting with a stranger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese intimate, immersive stories explore life's watershed moments, in which seemingly insignificant details—a pot of hyacinths, a freshly painted yellow wall—and the most chance of encounters come to exert a tidal pull.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSet in the swinging sixties and each decade since, \u003ci\u003eCocktail\u003c\/i\u003e reveals the schism between the lives we build up around us and our deepest hidden selves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46711148347628,"sku":"9781771965620","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24699983482818.jpg?v=1754191137"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/lisa-alward.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}