{"product_id":"9781838850890","title":"The Second Cut","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Second Cut\u003c\/strong\u003e is a gripping tale of intrigue and moral complexity, set against the backdrop of the art auction world. The story follows Rilke, an auctioneer grappling with the challenges of dwindling business at Bowery Auctions. His life takes an unexpected turn when his old friend Jojo tips him off about a house clearance, promising a fleeting glimpse of fortune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTragedy strikes when Jojo is found dead the following day, leaving Rilke in a precarious position. With the police showing little interest due to Jojo's controversial lifestyle, Rilke's sense of loyalty compels him to delve deeper into the circumstances surrounding his friend's demise. As he embarks on this perilous quest for the truth, he uncovers a web of secrets that threatens to alter his understanding of friendship, morality, and the very fabric of his life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFriendship and Loyalty:\u003c\/strong\u003e The novel explores the bonds of friendship that challenge societal norms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoral Ambiguity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rilke's journey reveals the complexities of right and wrong in the face of human frailty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentity and Community:\u003c\/strong\u003e The narrative delves into the struggles of personal identity within a diverse urban landscape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its rich characterisation and sharp prose, \u003cstrong\u003eThe Second Cut\u003c\/strong\u003e invites readers into a world where art and life intersect, echoing the themes found in works by authors such as \u003cit\u003eAlan Hollinghurst\u003c\/it\u003e and \u003cit\u003ePatricia Highsmith\u003c\/it\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n    \"An unflinching look at the shadows that linger behind the light of creativity.\"\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Canongate Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53482462314828,"sku":"9781838850890","price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781838850890_front.webp?v=1765301848","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/de-eu\/products\/9781838850890","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}