{"title":"Maria Hoyle","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Maria Hoyle, a distinguished author celebrated for her compelling works in the \u003cem\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e genre. With a unique flair for storytelling, Maria Hoyle brings to life intricate tales that vividly capture the human spirit and the essence of personal journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her notable books, \u003cem\u003eA Very French Affair\u003c\/em\u003e, exemplifies her exceptional skill in blending heartfelt narratives with historical contexts. This book, like her others, offers readers an intimate glimpse into the lives and experiences of her subjects, making each page both enlightening and engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our collection of Maria Hoyle's works and immerse yourself in the poignant, beautifully articulated world that she so masterfully crafts. Each biography and memoir is a testament to her dedication to authenticity and her profound understanding of the human condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-very-french-affair","title":"A Very French Affair","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery copy of a Very French Affair sold on Book Hero has been \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/blogs\/daily-news\/book-hero-exclusive-signed-copies-of-a-very-french-affair\"\u003epersonally signed\u003c\/a\u003e by the author with a handwritten whimsical note. Secure your copy today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhether you are contemplating your second act, a fellow Francophile, introvert or gourmande, whether you are a romantic, a clown, or just a lover of life in all its messy wonder, I dare you to read this book and not be entranced. Quite simply it is a delight.\u003c\/em\u003e - Megan Nicol Reed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat do you say when a man you've dated a handful of times asks you to go live with him in a mill by a river in France? The obvious answer is: 'Are you out of your mind?' Maria Hoyle's was: 'Okay.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the age of 63, she left her life in Auckland - her two daughters, her dog, her friends, a beautiful rental by a beach, and everything she'd loved for more than two decades - to settle in a tiny French village with a partner she barely knew. What could possibly go wrong?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaria arrived in the remote hamlet with trepidation but also a little bravado - after all, with a degree in French, she was confident about communicating with the locals. And yes, that part was mostly fine (apart from some amusing faux pas). The true challenges were learning to communicate with her new partner, Alistair (they were smitten with each other, but also sitting on a pile of baggage and emotional wounds) and adapting to life in rural France when her idea of a great day out was shopping, lunch in a bustling café and a movie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes Maria have it in her to persevere? To make good friends and truly feel at home? Crucially, is she making another terrible romantic mistake - or is she finally growing and learning what it means to move beyond the infatuation stage and make a relationship work?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaria's tale is about grabbing life with both hands whatever your age, what it means to belong, the joys and frustrations of French living, and why you should always look closely at a map before emigrating. Ultimately, though, it is a story about the greatest adventure of all: love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45706113417452,"sku":"9781991006639","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781991006639_d4fa45d1-a3ff-463e-b994-102f15b4d259.jpg?v=1730678918"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/maria-hoyle.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}