{"title":"Carl Shuker","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the intriguing literary world of Carl Shuker, a celebrated author renowned for his profound and dynamic storytelling. Offering a fresh perspective on contemporary issues, his writings delve into the complexities of modern life, making them both thought-provoking and relatable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003eThe Royal Free\u003c\/em\u003e, a powerful narrative that captures the intricacies of human emotion and societal norms. Shuker's talent lies in his ability to weave intricate plots with strong character development, engaging readers from the very first page. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to his work, you'll find his storytelling both compelling and enlightening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into Carl Shuker's collection for an enriching literary experience that challenges the boundaries of general fiction. Perfect for those who appreciate depth and insight in their reading, his books are a must-add to your reading list.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-royal-free-by-carl-shuker-9781776922147","title":"The Royal Free","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEqual parts workplace comedy, home invasion thriller, and literary conundrum, \u003cem\u003eThe Royal Free\u003c\/em\u003e is an exuberant, dark, wildly entertaining novel about death and copy editing by the author of the acclaimed \u003cem\u003eA Mistake\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJames Ballard is a recently bereaved single father to a baby daughter and a medical editor tasked with saving the \"third oldest medical journal in the world,\" the Royal London Journal of Medicine, from mistakes no one else notices—misplaced apostrophes, Freudian misspellings, and the wrong subtype of an influenza strain (H2N1 or H5N1?).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis job is utterly boring, but—or so he tells himself—totally crucial. The Royal London is a stronghold of care for the human body, a bastion of humanism in a disintegrating world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the London outside of the office, the prognosis for the body politic is bad: civic unrest is poised on the brink of riots. Attempting to grieve for his lost young wife, while haunted by a group of violent North London teenagers in a collapsing city, James is brought to crisis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Upstart Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45901676019948,"sku":"9781776922147","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781776922147.jpg?v=1731539861"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/carl-shuker.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}