{"title":"Vivienne Kelly","description":"\u003cp\u003eVivienne Kelly is a captivating voice in the realm of general fiction, celebrated for her ability to weave rich narratives and compelling characters into every story she writes. With titles such as \u003cem\u003eCooee\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Starlings\u003c\/em\u003e, Kelly immerses readers in evocative landscapes and emotional journeys that explore the complexities of human relationships and personal discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eCooee\u003c\/em\u003e, readers are drawn into a poignant tale set against the vivid backdrop of Australia, where themes of identity and belonging unfold with sensitivity and depth. Similarly, \u003cem\u003eThe Starlings\u003c\/em\u003e captures the essence of finding comfort and connection in unexpected places, all while exploring the nuances of family and friendship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVivienne Kelly's works are perfect for those who appreciate intricately crafted stories with a modern edge. Her books offer a fresh perspective and an invitation to delve into narratives that are both relatable and thought-provoking. Discover the literary charm of Vivienne Kelly's novels and get ready to be enthralled by her storytelling prowess.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cooee-by-vivienne-kelly-9781925498066","title":"Cooee","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIsabel Weaving is pining for her second husband, the charismatic Max, but he is no longer around. She adores her beloved granddaughter, Sophie, and her distant son, Dominic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, she views the rest of her family—placid daughter, Kate, mild-mannered first husband, Steve, and bossy big sister, Zoe—with withering distaste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCooee\u003c\/em\u003e is Vivienne Kelly's debut novel, originally published in 2008—a story full of wit, dark humour, and unexpected twists and turns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46670462714092,"sku":"9781925498066","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/15305993482873.jpg?v=1752770164"},{"product_id":"the-starlings-by-vivienne-kelly-9781925498059","title":"The Starlings","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's March 1985 and Nicky Starling is turning eight, but it's a sad day. Nicky's grandmother Didie has just died. Almost worse - his father's beloved football team has lost the first match of the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNicky will miss Didie but he still has Rose, Didie's nurse. He wishes he could love footy, but what he really loves are the tales of King Arthur and stories from Shakespeare that his mother reads to him and that he acts out in his bedroom. But these stories don't have happy endings, an alarming fact for a boy whose family life is starting to fracture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFunny, tender and savage, \u003cem\u003eThe Starlings\u003c\/em\u003e is a wonderfully entertaining novel about secrets and defeat, about heroism and love, about what it might mean to lose everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46672390815980,"sku":"9781925498059","price":34.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/15305923482873.jpg?v=1752845415"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/vivienne-kelly.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}