{"product_id":"house-guest-pb-anderson-barbara","title":"House Guest Pb Anderson, Barbara","description":"\u003cp\u003e**House Guest by Barbara Anderson - Preloved Paperback**\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBarbara Anderson's wickedly observant domestic drama follows what happens when an unexpected visitor turns a seemingly ordinary household completely upside down. This sharp, psychologically astute novel explores the delicate balance of family dynamics, personal boundaries, and the masks we wear in polite society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnderson, one of New Zealand's most celebrated contemporary fiction writers, has a brilliant knack for exposing the absurdities lurking beneath middle-class respectability. Perfect for readers who love character-driven stories with bite - think fans of Margaret Atwood or Alice Munro who appreciate dark humor mixed with genuine insight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis engaging literary fiction piece examines themes of hospitality, identity, and the strange intimacies that develop between strangers sharing space. Ideal for book clubs seeking meaty discussion material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis preloved copy from Patina Paperbacks comes ready for your next page-turning session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Reader Reviews:**\u003cbr\u003e\n\"Anderson nails the awkwardness of house guests perfectly - I was cringing and laughing simultaneously.\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\"Brilliant character study that had me questioning my own family relationships.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patina Paperbacks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46095185510565,"sku":"BIN-TT3-GEN-18465-11-18-2025","price":6.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/1407\/9909\/files\/51YTbU6VNNL.jpg?v=1763512786","url":"https:\/\/patinapaperbacks.com\/products\/house-guest-pb-anderson-barbara","provider":"Patina Paperbacks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}