{"title":"Ayana Mathis","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating world of Ayana Mathis, an acclaimed author known for her profound storytelling and rich character development. With a unique voice that resonates deeply with readers, Mathis paints evocative landscapes of American life that are both intimate and expansive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her notable works, \u003cem\u003eThe Unsettled\u003c\/em\u003e, is a stirring exploration of family, resilience, and the complexities of identity. Her narratives often delve into the intricacies of personal and collective struggles, making her books an enriching read for anyone interested in \u003cem\u003eGeneral Fiction\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAyana Mathis's writing stands out for its lyrical prose and insightful perspectives. Her stories not only entertain but also invite readers to reflect on the deeper themes of life, community, and belonging. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to her work, Mathis's collection offers a profound journey through the human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-unsettled-by-ayana-mathis-9781529158878","title":"The Unsettled","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA searing novel about a mother and son's fight for survival from the New York Times bestselling author.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'A powerful book'\u003c\/em\u003e – Marilynne Robinson\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e'A book to be read and re-read'\u003c\/em\u003e – Jesmyn Ward\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e'Poetic and fierce'\u003c\/em\u003e – Yiyun Li\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the moment Ava Carson and her ten-year-old son, Toussaint, arrive at the Glenn Avenue family shelter in Philadelphia in 1985, Ava is already plotting a way out. Estranged from her own mother, Dutchess, and their home in Bonaparte, Alabama, Ava is determined to give her son the chance of a better life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut when Toussaint's father, Cass, reappears, Ava is swept off course by his charisma and his bold vision for racial justice. As Ava becomes more enmeshed with Cass and the radical group he has created, Toussaint begins to sense the danger and threat of violence simmering all around him. He begins to dream of Dutchess and Bonaparte, his home and birthright, but can he find his way there?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Unsettled\u003c\/em\u003e is an explosive and vital story of belonging, legacy and survival from one of America's most talented storytellers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'I can't remember when I read anything that moved me quite this way, besides the work of Toni Morrison'\u003c\/em\u003e – Oprah Winfrey on \u003cem\u003eThe Twelve Tribes of Hattie\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46672451764460,"sku":"9781529158878","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12010503482732.jpg?v=1752848539"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/ayana-mathis.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}