{"title":"Wayne Ashton","description":"\u003cp\u003eWayne Ashton is an intriguing voice in contemporary literature, known for crafting stories that resonate with profound depth and cultural insight. His works, often classified under General Fiction, weave together vibrant narratives that transport readers into the heart of diverse settings and profound human experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eEquator\u003c\/em\u003e, Ashton takes readers on a journey that explores themes of identity, discovery, and the search for meaning. With a rich tapestry of characters and thought-provoking themes, this novel invites you to reflect on the intricacies of life and the world around us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnder a Tin Grey Sari\u003c\/em\u003e showcases Ashton's talent for storytelling, offering a compelling blend of emotion and cultural exploration. This book delves into the complex dynamics of relationships and the pull of tradition versus change, all set against a vividly detailed backdrop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWayne Ashton's novels are perfect for readers who appreciate deeply human stories with a touch of introspective charm. His ability to capture the essence of place and time with exquisite detail makes his books a must-read for anyone keen to explore the rich fabric of human experience through the lens of fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"equator-by-wayne-ashton-9781921361890","title":"Equator","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe year is 1947. Carlos slips over the orphanage wall in search of the village girl who has captured his heart. From that moment, his is a life at sea, a life that moves across the globe and across generations, lived on the turning tides of love affairs, friendships, and enmities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEquator\u003c\/em\u003e is a glorious and intricate love story in the magic realist tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46670543978732,"sku":"9781921361890","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2030023482872.jpg?v=1752774338"},{"product_id":"under-a-tin-grey-sari-by-wayne-ashton-9781921696138","title":"Under a Tin Grey Sari","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnder a Tin-Grey Sari\u003c\/em\u003e is a sensual love story set in 1967 in the bustling city of Chittagong, East Pakistan. It is a time of boom and ferment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA time when a household cook may dream of fame and fortune, a bearer brazenly spits in the drinks of oblivious sahibs, an ayah sublimely seduces a minisahib, and a letterwriter links the dead with the living.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46672572907756,"sku":"9781921696138","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5372503482872.jpg?v=1752854729"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/wayne-ashton.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}