{"title":"Nicola Kraus","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the works of Nicola Kraus, a talented author best known for her insightful storytelling in the realm of general fiction. Nicola Kraus has a unique ability to weave narratives that explore the complexities of human relationships, cultural expectations, and the pursuit of personal identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne standout title in this collection is \u003cem\u003eThe Best We Could Hope For\u003c\/em\u003e, a novel that delves into the intricacies of family dynamics and personal aspirations. Kraus's writing is characterized by its rich character development and keen observations of everyday life, making her stories both relatable and thought-provoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNicola Kraus has gained a dedicated readership for her ability to capture the essence of contemporary issues with empathy and wit. Her books often resonate with readers who appreciate engaging, character-driven stories that offer both entertainment and valuable insights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our selection of Nicola Kraus's works and discover narratives that are as enlightening as they are captivating. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to her writing, her books promise to offer a rewarding reading experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-best-we-could-hope-for-by-nicola-kraus-9780857309136","title":"The Best We Could Hope For","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Bunny Linden abandons her three children with her older sister, Jayne, in 1972, she knows Jayne will be the perfect mother. The mother Bunny, a teen runaway, could never be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs months turn into years without word, Jayne and her husband, Rodger, a rising star of New York's journalism scene, strive to give the children the opportunity to flourish and feel loved. When Jayne and Rodger finally have a child of their own, a seemingly stable home is built. But then, after nearly a decade, Bunny resurfaces and sets a chain of events in motion that detonates all their lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs adults, their children try to reassemble the pieces and solve the mystery that has always haunted them: who were their parents? What really happened between them? And who is ultimately to blame for the destruction?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKraus perfectly captures the ache and stretch of adolescence, the grief and rage of middle age and the loss and doubt that form the drumbeat beneath it all. Consistently surprising in all the best ways, this book is a beacon!\u003c\/strong\u003e - Catherine Newman, author of \u003cem\u003eSandwich\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA unique, deeply moving story told with heart, depth and humour\u003c\/strong\u003e - Rebecca Serle, author of \u003cem\u003eIn Five Years\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSo heartbreaking and so good I couldn't stop reading... Like Ann Patchett, Kraus gets at the heart of how people can disconnect from their truest selves, and how, if they're lucky, they can find their way back\u003c\/strong\u003e - Caroline Leavitt, author of \u003cem\u003ePictures of You\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWriting with grace and intelligence, Kraus explores the complex intersection of memory and loyalty in a sweeping story about a broken family and the women who knit together the remains. Perfect for book clubs\u003c\/strong\u003e - Sarah Pekkanen, author of \u003cem\u003eHouse of Glass\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKraus deftly shows how the fog of generational trauma can finally give way to clarity and understanding when the grown children in a uniquely blended family learn how their mothers' painful pasts shaped them all\u003c\/strong\u003e - Laura Zigman, author of \u003cem\u003eSmall World\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46715554758892,"sku":"9780857309136","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6016893482493.jpg?v=1754402858"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/nicola-kraus.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}