{"title":"Christine Simon","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Christine Simon collection, where storytelling meets charm and wit. Christine Simon is a celebrated author known for her engaging and heartwarming narratives that delve into the intricacies of human connections and small-town life. Her fiction resonates with readers who appreciate a blend of humour, warmth, and insightful observations on the human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works in this collection is \u003cem\u003eThe Patron Saint of Second Chances\u003c\/em\u003e. This delightful novel offers a tale filled with quirky characters and uplifting themes. Set in a picturesque Italian village teetering on the brink of financial ruin, the story revolves around a well-meaning vacuum repairman who devises an unusual plan to revive the town's fortunes. Simon's ability to blend a heartfelt plot with humour and charm makes this a must-read for fans of general fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a long-time admirer of Christine Simon or new to her work, our collection promises narratives that will engage your heart and mind. Immerse yourself in the rich worlds she creates, where every page turns with the promise of laughter, hope, and a sense of belonging. Discover why Christine Simon's stories are cherished by readers around the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-patron-saint-of-second-chances-by-christine-simon-9780751582918","title":"The Patron Saint of Second Chances","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe feel-good novel of the year\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'I loved this funny, heartwarming read' — Libby Page, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Lido\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patron Saint of Plumbing is not answering Nino Speranza's prayers. Without the thousands of euros in taxes that he could never bring himself to collect from his neighbours, the water board will cut the town off. All 212 inhabitants will be forced to leave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSo, in a desperate bid to save his hometown, he starts a rumour that major movie star Dante Rinaldi is filming his next movie in the village.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoon, all the locals want to be involved: Speranza's assistant has written a screenplay and the local butcher will invest — each of his fifteen enormous sons is given a role. It seems the only way to save the town is to actually make the movie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnd Nino Speranza starts to think he might have created the second chance they all needed... until word of the production reaches Dante Rinaldi himself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eFunny, charming and incredibly heart-warming, this is the feel-good book we all need; a celebration of the underdog, of family and of remembering what really matters in life.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46717817094380,"sku":"9780751582918","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/16014733482455.jpg?v=1754480805"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/christine-simon.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}