{"product_id":"the-only-problem-spark-muriel","title":"The Only Problem Spark, Muriel","description":"\u003cp\u003e**The Only Problem by Muriel Spark - Preloved Paperback**\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeet Harvey Gotham, a wealthy scholar obsessing over the Book of Job while his life spectacularly unravels. His wife has run off with his best friend, and now she's apparently joined a terrorist group. Classic Tuesday, right? Spark weaves a darkly comic tale exploring suffering, faith, and whether bad things really do happen to good people (spoiler: they absolutely do).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis brilliant piece of literary fiction will hook anyone who enjoys sharp wit, philosophical puzzles wrapped in page-turning plots, and protagonists who make questionable life choices. Muriel Spark, the Scottish genius behind *The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie*, delivers her trademark blend of razor-sharp humor and profound insight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for fans of contemporary fiction who like their existential crises served with a side of sardonic commentary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis preloved copy from Patina Paperbacks is ready for its next adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e*\"Spark's wit cuts like a scalpel - brilliant and unsettling.\"* - Literary Review  \u003cbr\u003e\n*\"A perfect blend of philosophy and dark comedy that stays with you long after the final page.\"* - The Guardian\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patina Paperbacks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46210848424101,"sku":"BIN-R7-GEN-18923-11-21-2025","price":6.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/1407\/9909\/files\/41RaN9y2cGL.jpg?v=1763772384","url":"https:\/\/patinapaperbacks.com\/products\/the-only-problem-spark-muriel","provider":"Patina Paperbacks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}