{"title":"Violaine Huisman","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating works of \u003cem\u003eViolaine Huisman\u003c\/em\u003e, an exceptional voice in contemporary literature. Renowned for her poignant storytelling and profound exploration of complex familial relationships, Huisman crafts narratives that resonate deeply with readers, offering both emotional depth and literary brilliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her celebrated works is \u003cstrong\u003eThe Book of Mother\u003c\/strong\u003e, a compelling piece of general fiction that delves into the intricacies of maternal bonds and the nuanced dimensions of family life. This novel beautifully intertwines personal history with a broader cultural context, showcasing Huisman's remarkable ability to blend fiction with introspective examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eViolaine Huisman's writing stands out for its rich characterisation and eloquent prose, drawing readers into intimate worlds with authenticity and grace. Her literature not only entertains but also invites reflection, making her collection a must-read for those seeking stories that both engage and enlighten.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-book-of-mother-by-violaine-huisman-9780349012315","title":"The Book of Mother","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn indelible portrait of a brilliant, beautiful, mad and maddening woman\u003c\/b\u003e, expressing the joy of holding her mercurial attention and also the terrible cost of that intimacy...\u003cb\u003eNo-one who reads this captivating book will ever forget Maman\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eAndrew Solomon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA prize-winning tour de force when it came out in France, this brilliant translation of Violaine Huisman's witty, immersive autofiction showcases a Parisian childhood with a charismatic, depressed parent (\u003ci\u003eOprah Daily\u003c\/i\u003e). Beautiful and magnetic, Catherine, aka 'Maman', smokes too much, drives too fast, laughs too hard and loves too extravagantly. During a joyful and chaotic childhood, her daughter Violaine wouldn't have it any other way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut when Maman is hospitalised after a third divorce and breakdown, everything changes. Even as Violaine and her sister long for their mother's return, once she's back, Maman's violent mood swings and flagrant disregard for personal boundaries soon turn their home into an emotional landmine. As the story of Catherine's own traumatic childhood and coming of age unfolds, the pieces come together to form an indelible portrait of a mother as irresistible as she is impossible, as triumphant as she is transgressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith spectacular ferocity of language, a streak of dark humour and stunning emotional bravery, \u003ci\u003eThe Book of Mother\u003c\/i\u003e is an exquisitely wrought story of a mother's dizzying heights and devastating lows, and a daughter who must hold her memory close in order to let go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46715689566444,"sku":"9780349012315","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6576673482312.jpg?v=1754406146"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/violaine-huisman.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}