{"title":"Lucy Hayes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLucy Hayes\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a compelling exploration of arts and culture through vivid storytelling and insightful reflections. Her work, including titles like \u003cem\u003eBitter Lemons\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into the nuances of human experience, weaving personal narratives with broader cultural observations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect richly textured prose that illuminates the beauty and complexity of artistic expression. Hayes's writing invites contemplation on the intersection of place, memory, and creativity, making her books a thoughtful journey into contemporary cultural landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bitter-lemons-by-lucy-hayes-9781350441675","title":"Bitter Lemons","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eYou look down to retrieve the ball but all you can see is\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eLemons\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eLemons filling up the goal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eLemons writhing in the net\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eLemons glistening and convulsing on the grass\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the pressurised worlds of football and finance, two women carve their own path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the loss of her dad, a goalkeeper prepares for the league final, while an ambitious banker battles her fears of being tokenised to secure a promotion. But as their pitches get closer, worlds collide as life shifts unexpectedly and in parallel. How do you face your biggest challenge yet?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWinner of a Pleasance Edinburgh National Partnership Award and supported by Bristol Old Vic, \u003ci\u003eBitter Lemons\u003c\/i\u003e is an explosive debut play from Lucy Hayes, tackling the pressures on women’s bodies and the power society holds over them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition was published to coincide with the world premiere at the Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, in August 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47595797774572,"sku":"9781350441675","price":53.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781350441675-bitter-lemons.jpg?v=1777907924"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/lucy-hayes.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}