{"title":"Ariel Courage","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating world of Ariel Courage, an emerging talent in the realm of General Fiction. With a writing style that is both engaging and thought-provoking, Ariel Courage weaves narratives that explore the complexities of human nature and relationships. Her works, including the acclaimed \u003cem\u003eBad Nature\u003c\/em\u003e, offer an insightful look into the diverse facets of our lived experiences, making readers pause and reflect on their own perceptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAriel Courage's storytelling prowess lies in her ability to create intricate characters and immersive settings that effortlessly draw readers in. Her books are ideal for those who enjoy deep and meaningful narratives, where each page offers a new perspective on everyday life and the unexpected challenges it presents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a long-time aficionado of General Fiction or new to the genre, Ariel Courage's collection promises to deliver a reading experience that is both enriching and enjoyable. Dive into her books today to explore the subtle intricacies of life captured through her unique literary lens.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bad-nature-by-ariel-courage-9781784745714","title":"Bad Nature","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmed with a terminal diagnosis, a grudge, and a rental car, forty-year-old Hester sets out to fulfil her lifelong dream of killing her absent abusive father in this brilliantly subversive and bleakly funny novel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat would killing him accomplish? Nothing, mostly. Then again, neither would letting him live.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Hester is diagnosed with cancer on her fortieth birthday, she knows immediately what she must do—abandon her possessions and drive to California to kill her estranged father. With no friends or family tying her to the life she's built in New York City, she quits her wildly lucrative job in corporate law and sets off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShe hasn't made it far when she runs into John, an eco-activist in need of a ride to superfund sites where he documents environmental crimes. From five-star Midwestern hotels to cultish Southwestern compounds, the two slowly make their way across the country. But will the experiences they have along the way dissuade Hester from her final goal?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRagingly singular and surprisingly moving, combining tragic intensity and pitch-black humour, \u003cem\u003eBad Nature\u003c\/em\u003e is an incendiary debut novel. Part road trip, part revenge tale, part eco-thriller, it's ultimately a deft examination of the futility of violence and the eternal possibility of redemption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46670196211948,"sku":"9781784745714","price":35.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12071973482823.jpg?v=1752762912"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/ariel-courage.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}