{"title":"Joan Hannington","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating world of Joan Hannington, an author renowned for her gripping tales in the \u003cem\u003eCrime \u0026amp; Thriller\u003c\/em\u003e genre. Known for her ability to weave intricate plots with real-life experiences, Joan's writings offer readers a raw and intimate look into the life of crime, reflecting her own past in the underworld.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection, including her book titled \u003cem\u003eJoan\u003c\/em\u003e, takes you on an unforgettable journey through thrilling narratives and complex characters. With each page, you are invited to delve deeper into stories that are as compelling as they are authentic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJoan Hannington has a unique voice that captures the essence of crime, inviting you into a world where suspense and reality converge. Her books are perfect for those who appreciate stories that are both intense and personal, offering a window into a life lived on the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the works of Joan Hannington in our \u003cem\u003eCrime \u0026amp; Thriller\u003c\/em\u003e section and experience the allure of her storytelling that has captivated readers around the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"joan-by-joan-hannington-9781529913149","title":"Joan","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shocking true story of one of Britain's most successful diamond thieves, Joan Hannington, and a fascinating insight into the criminal underworld in the 1980s. Set to be a six-part ITV drama, starring Sophie Turner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiamonds are a girl's best friend\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJoan Hannington was the most notorious female figure in London's criminal underworld during the 80s, earning her the nickname 'The Godmother'. With her stunning looks and glamorous wardrobe, Joan was constantly underestimated, but she used this to her advantage and became an undetected mastermind in high-stakes jewellery theft. Often transforming herself into different characters, Joan seamlessly got away with millions of pounds in diamonds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eComing from a violent, loveless childhood, Joan learnt to trust no one but herself. At seventeen, she becomes a mother, but is trapped in a disastrous marriage with a brutal thug. When he goes on the run, Joan seizes the moment to leave her old life. Motivated by her desire to care for her daughter, Joan gets swept up in the exhilarating world of a life of crime and makes some heartbreaking decisions as she sets her sights on a better life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJoan\u003c\/em\u003e is the true story of her meteoric rise from petty offender to one of Britain's most accomplished diamond thieves, making a success of life by not playing by the rules when the odds seemed stacked against her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46215975731436,"sku":"9781529913149","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781529913149.jpg?v=1740530605"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/joan-hannington.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}