{"title":"Roisin Maguire","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the world of Roisin Maguire, an author celebrated for her evocative storytelling and compelling narratives within the realm of \u003cem\u003eGeneral Fiction\u003c\/em\u003e. Her works invite readers into vividly crafted universes that explore the intricacies of human emotions and relationships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her notable creations is the acclaimed novel, \u003cem\u003eNight Swimmers\u003c\/em\u003e, which has captivated readers with its immersive tale of mystery and introspection. By combining rich character development and atmospheric settings, Maguire crafts a reading experience that is both enlightening and enchanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMaguire’s books resonate with those who appreciate literature that delves deeply into personal and universal themes. Each of her novels offers a fresh perspective and an opportunity to reflect on the complexities of life. Whether you are a long-time fan or new to her work, Roisin Maguire’s novels promise a captivating and thought-provoking journey.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"night-swimmers-by-roisin-maguire-9781800816749","title":"Night Swimmers","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNight Swimmers\u003c\/em\u003e follows Grace, who lives alone in Ballybrady, a picturesque village on the stunning east coast of Northern Ireland. Grace spends her days swimming, fishing, quilting, and teasing the tourists who arrive from the city with more money than sense. She hasn't left the village since enduring a traumatic time in London as a young woman in the late 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the tourists is Evan, who is on an enforced holiday from his family and work in Belfast after suffering a breakdown following the death of his infant daughter. He hopes to come to terms with his grief and restore his place as a husband, father, and business partner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvan's stay becomes longer than anticipated due to lockdown, and when Grace rescues him from a potentially fatal kayaking incident—if it was indeed accidental—Evan's troubled son arrives to stay. This unforeseen turn of events draws all three together, compelling them to confront their personal traumas and re-engage with society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis moving and humorous debut novel is set in a charming coastal community you'll be eager to visit after reading. \u003cem\u003eNight Swimmers\u003c\/em\u003e will appeal to readers of Elizabeth Strout, Maggie O'Farrell, and Alice Munro.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46521470746860,"sku":"9781800816749","price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4267583482829.jpg?v=1749014027"},{"product_id":"night-swimmers-by-roisin-maguire-9781800816763","title":"Night Swimmers","description":"Grace lives alone in Ballybrady, a little village  on the sublimely beautiful east coast of Northern Ireland. She fills her days with swimming, fishing, quilting, and baiting the tourists who arrive from the city with more money than sense. She hasn't left the village since a traumatic stay in London as a young woman at the end of the 1980s.  One of the tourists is Evan, taking an enforced holiday from his family and work in Belfast after breaking down after the death of his daughter in infancy. He has come to try to process his grief and make himself desirable again as a husband, a father and a business partner.  But he hasn't been there a week until he gets trapped by lockdown. When Grace saves his life in a kayaking accident - if it was an accident - and Evan's troubled son arrives to stay, all three are drawn together in a way that forces a reckoning with their personal traumas and draws them back into society.  This is a moving and funny debut novel set in a quirky coastal community you will be desperate to visit after reading.  It will appeal to readers of Elizabeth Strout, Maggie O'Farrell and Alice Munro.","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288664981740,"sku":"9781800816763","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4267723482829.jpg?v=1770567069"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/roisin-maguire.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}