{"title":"Eve Gleichman","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the intriguing works of \u003cem\u003eEve Gleichman\u003c\/em\u003e, a captivating voice in contemporary literature. Known for her sharp wit and thought-provoking narratives, Gleichman crafts stories that delve deep into the human psyche, enveloping readers in her richly woven tales. Her books often blend humour with poignant reflections on modern life, making them both entertaining and deeply resonant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her celebrated works, \u003cstrong\u003e\"The Very Nice Box\"\u003c\/strong\u003e stands out as a masterful exploration of grief and connection within the backdrop of corporate mundanity. Co-authored with Laura Blackett, this novel navigates the unexpected twists of life, offering both laughter and insight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003e\"Trust and Safety\"\u003c\/strong\u003e, Gleichman continues to surprise and engage readers with her keen ability to capture the nuances of interpersonal relationships and the complexities woven into our everyday interactions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGleichman's books are perfect for those who enjoy \u003cem\u003eGeneral Fiction\u003c\/em\u003e with an edge, offering a blend of memorable characters and unique perspectives. Her writing not only entertains but also invites readers to ponder and reflect long after the last page is turned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in Eve Gleichman's collection and experience the magic of storytelling that stays with you well beyond the narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-very-nice-box-by-laura-blackett-9780857308269","title":"The Very Nice Box","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAva Simon designs storage boxes for STAEDA, a slick Brooklyn-based furniture company. She's hard-working, obsessive, and heartbroken from a tragedy that killed her girlfriend and upended her life. It's been years since she's let anyone in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut when Ava's new boss, the young and magnetic Mat Putnam, offers Ava a ride home one afternoon, an unlikely relationship blossoms. Ava remembers how rewarding it can be to open up and, despite her hesitancy, she starts to fall for him. But what if Mat isn't who he claims to be?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Very Nice Box\u003c\/i\u003e is a darkly comic and suspenseful novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat until its gripping finale. It's at once a satire of toxic masculinity and a big-hearted account of grief, friendship, and trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Very Nice Box\u003c\/i\u003e possesses the rare quality of perfectly balanced quirky humour and genuine warmth. Gleichman and Blackett manage to include the reader on the inside joke and withhold just enough to make this, unmistakably, a page turner. Witty, charming, and astutely observed - I loved it' - Laura Kay, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Split\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Laura Blackett and Eve Gleichman are linguistic magicians, and their sparkling debut manages to expose the hollowness of wellbeing jargon while exploring, with tender care and precision, how we dare to move on after unspeakable loss' - \u003ci\u003eNew York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'A very funny debut and perhaps the most original office satire of the year' - \u003ci\u003eWashington Post\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Rather than boxing in queerness, the authors suggest queerness as a lens for seeing, reading, and, arguably, for their own storytelling, which refuses trite or stereotypical generic moments. The story charms, it entices, and it keeps the reader in their hands, wanting more' - \u003ci\u003eLos Angeles Review of Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846688166124,"sku":"9780857308269","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6008223482493.jpg?v=1758918052"},{"product_id":"trust-and-safety-by-laura-blackett-9780857308818","title":"Trust and Safety","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNewlywed Rosie has grown disenchanted with NYC. Inspired by Instagram ads, she starts thirsting for a rural life upstate—one full of beauty and authenticity. Willing to do anything for Rosie's happiness, her tech-bro husband, Jordan, acquiesces to her vision for the future, and they offer well above asking price on a beautiful, historic fixer-upper in the Hudson Valley. But when Jordan suddenly loses his job on the day they close the deal, the couple is forced to rent out the property's dilapidated outbuilding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEnter Dylan and Lark: an incredibly attractive and handy queer couple who offer to rent the outbuilding and help Rosie and Jordan with repairs. They're living the life Rosie had envisioned for herself: hand-built furniture, herbal tinctures, guinea hens, and hand-dyed linens. Rosie grows increasingly infatuated with their new tenants, especially with model-esque and charismatic Dylan—to Jordan's increasing distress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTrust and Safety\u003c\/em\u003e by Laura Blackett and Eve Gleichman delves into the intricacies of desire, envy, and the quest for authenticity in a contemporary setting, making it a compelling read for those exploring our modern dilemmas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846889689324,"sku":"9780857308818","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6013713482493.jpg?v=1758926662"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/eve-gleichman.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}