{"title":"Sandi Scaunich","description":"\u003cp\u003eSandi Scaunich is a captivating voice in the world of \u003cem\u003eGeneral Fiction\u003c\/em\u003e, adept at weaving narratives that resonate with readers on a deeply human level. Her storytelling prowess is beautifully showcased in books like \u003cem\u003eChasing the McCubbin\u003c\/em\u003e, where she delves into the complexities of personal and familial relationships with warmth and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eScaunich's works are distinguished by their rich character development and keen insights into the human condition, as she explores the nuances of emotions and connections. Her writing invites readers into a vivid world that is both relatable and profoundly engaging, making her novels a delightful addition to any book lover's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are drawn to stories that explore identity, belonging, or the intricate tapestry of life, Sandi Scaunich's books offer a rewarding journey through the landscape of contemporary fiction. Her narrative style combines a conversational tone with perceptive observations, ensuring that her stories linger in the minds of her readers long after the final page has been turned.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chasing-the-mccubbin-by-sandi-scaunich-9781925760590","title":"Chasing the McCubbin","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pines, an outer Melbourne suburb down on its luck. A country in the grip of recession.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced collector Ron senses new possibilities: swift evictions provide hard-rubbish to scour, and garage sales have doubled. There's only one problem: since losing his wife, Ron has struggled to navigate the suburbs alone. Plus, his deteriorating health slows him down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis all changes through a chance meeting with Joseph, a troubled, withdrawn, and unemployed 19-year-old who knows nothing about antiques. As Joseph comes to understand and appreciate Ron's world of eccentric bargain hunters and hopefulness, his ability to navigate a history of family violence and to see a future for himself grows. Both come to share the wild dream of finding a rare bargain such as an original Frederick McCubbin painting and making their fortune. So begins an exhilarating adventure and an unlikely and beautiful friendship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSet against the background of the early 1990s, \u003ci\u003eChasing the McCubbin\u003c\/i\u003e is funny and sad in equal measure. A story of loneliness and the ageless desire for belonging, it will be the most heartbreaking yet feel-good novel you will read this year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Truly fine writing with a great sense of characters and place, sympathetic and heartfelt without being sentimental, Scaunich pulls us into a fascinating world of low stakes and petty rivalries.'\u003c\/b\u003e - Graeme Simsion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Authentic, subtle, evocative and alive.'\u003c\/b\u003e - Kate Ryan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46711128162540,"sku":"9781925760590","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/17931233482873.jpg?v=1754187178"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/sandi-scaunich.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}