{"title":"Richard McHugh","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Richard McHugh, a distinguished author celebrated for his remarkable storytelling in the realm of general fiction. Richard McHugh has earned a reputation for crafting narratives that intricately weave together human experiences, emotions, and social observations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his notable works, \u003cem\u003eCutting, The\u003c\/em\u003e, exemplifies his ability to blend sharp wit with profound insight. This book resonates with readers who appreciate character-driven stories that delve into the complexities of life and the underlying motivations that drive human behaviour. McHugh’s writing is characterised by its eloquence, offering both entertainment and contemplation to those who engage with his prose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs you explore Richard McHugh's collection, prepare to immerse yourself in tales that are not only engaging but are also reflective of the broader human condition, making them an essential addition to any general fiction enthusiast’s library.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cuttingthe-by-richard-mchugh-9781760899936","title":"Cutting,The","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA darkly humorous novel about modern Australia and what it means to be a good person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's 2016. Lance Alcocke, sole heir to an iron ore fortune, forty-ish bachelor, has just lost control of his life's work. His newly opened mine, Madeleine's Monster, named after his pioneering, iron-fisted grandmother, was supposed to be a workers' paradise in the Pilbara. But the Monster can't cover its costs and Lance's Korean financiers are trying to steal his company out from under him. Lance has appointed administrators to APC Minerals, and his 1200 workers have lost their jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong those newly unemployed when the Monster goes under is young engineer Will Fulbright. Will's downhill slide has been gathering pace for some time. His formerly loved-up girlfriend, Justine Jamison, director of the refugee advocacy group Free All Refugee Children! (FARC!) and lefty girl about town, doesn't seem to like him much anymore. Will has no income, not many prospects, a slightly out of control drug problem, and finds himself back on his mother's couch in Fairfield. Meanwhile, out on the Bronte Cutting, Will's old employer, Lance Alcocke, and Will's girlfriend Justine are on a personal collision course of their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCutting, The\u003c\/em\u003e is a novel of our times. It is about money, class, race, privilege, families, friends, lovers, duplicity and corruption... and whether it's possible for anyone to get what they deserve any more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46670472085740,"sku":"9781760899936","price":34.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/26386303482814.jpg?v=1752770674"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/richard-mchugh.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}