{"title":"Mick Cummins","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating literary world of Mick Cummins, a talented author known for his masterful storytelling in the realm of general fiction. Mick Cummins crafts narratives that explore the intricacies of the human experience, drawing readers into vividly imagined worlds with his rich character development and poignant themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his noteworthy works, \u003cem\u003eSo Close to Home\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into the profound connections between individuals and the lives they lead. Whether you're looking for a story that will evoke deep emotions or offer an introspective glimpse into the human psyche, Cummins’ books serve as both entertaining and thought-provoking reads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFans of general fiction will find themselves immersed in his compelling plots and realistic portrayals, making each book a stand-alone masterpiece. Explore Mick Cummins' collection today and embark on an unforgettable literary journey.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"so-close-to-home-by-mick-cummins-9781922992239","title":"So Close to Home","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEighteen-year-old Aaron is charismatic, resourceful and addicted to heroin. His mum has kicked him out of home in a last-ditch move to help him get straight, and he wanders the streets of South Melbourne, living on his wits and sleeping rough – all the while chasing drugs, dreams and love.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesperate to fund his addiction, Aaron climbs into the car of The Man, a distinguished elderly gentleman willing to pay for a certain kind of relationship. This regular cash could be the lifeline Aaron needs to start again, but The Man keeps raising spectres from Aaron's past that he'd rather forget. As Aaron gathers the courage to confront the events that derailed his life, his rage grows – and the consequences could be fatal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSo Close to Home\u003c\/em\u003e is a pacy, gritty and captivating novel exploring homelessness, power dynamics and the ties that bind. Social worker, debut author and winner of the prestigious VPLA for Unpublished Manuscript Mick Cummins has created a striking, emotionally complex and unnervingly tense narrative that poses one simple question: who can we ever truly rely on?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46714860568812,"sku":"9781922992239","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18333513482872.jpg?v=1754373892"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/mick-cummins.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}