{"title":"Catherine Browder","description":"\u003cp\u003eCatherine Browder is a celebrated author whose works captivate readers with their intricate narratives and compelling character development. Known for her insightful exploration of human relationships and personal identity, Browder's stories often delve into the complexities of everyday life, leaving a lasting impression on all who read them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn her notable book, \u003cem\u003eThe Manning Girl\u003c\/em\u003e, Browder weaves a rich tapestry of emotions, highlighting the nuances in family dynamics and the quest for self-discovery. This book, like much of her work, belongs to the General Fiction category, reflecting both her versatility and her deep understanding of human nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders who appreciate literature that combines elegant prose with profound themes will find themselves engrossed in Browder's storytelling. Her books are perfect for those who seek both entertainment and introspection in their reading journey. Explore Catherine Browder's collection to discover stories that resonate with authenticity and grace.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-manning-girl-by-catherine-browder-9781646033942","title":"The Manning Girl","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe novel is a quiet but strong tour de force.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~Marly Swick, author of \u003ci\u003eEvening News: A Novel\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e1992. Tyler Manning—high school teacher, part-time farmer, bachelor of 38—is planning his first day of summer vacation when a strange car approaches his Kansas farmhouse. By the time the battered Ford departs, Tyler is holding a three-week-old infant. The baby's father is his estranged brother.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWoven throughout the narrative of May Manning's upbringing—assisted by long-time neighbours and school colleagues—is the parallel story of Tyler and his younger brother, the charming but deceitful Mickey Manning. The possibility of Mickey's return haunts Tyler throughout May's childhood. When Mickey does reappear, he brings unexpected danger into their lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Manning Girl\u003c\/i\u003e reimagines George Eliot's 1860 fable, \u003ci\u003eSilas Marner\u003c\/i\u003e, and places it in a contemporary Midwestern frame, following the girl and her uncle\/father from May's unexpected arrival to her 21st year. \u003ci\u003eThe Manning Girl\u003c\/i\u003e explores, with tenderness and humour, the unique situation of a single father, supported by a surprising community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46717606658284,"sku":"9781646033942","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1157963482774.jpg?v=1754466990"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/catherine-browder.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}