{"product_id":"9781405955829","title":"A Long Time Coming","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Long Time Coming\u003c\/strong\u003e delves into the complexities of love, friendship, and the pressures of societal expectations, all wrapped in the chaos of wedding planning. Ophelia, the protagonist, is filled with anticipation for her upcoming nuptials. However, the excitement quickly turns into trepidation as she grapples with the daunting realities of organising her big day, particularly the challenges posed by her demanding mother-in-law.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo help her navigate these turbulent waters, Ophelia's best friend, Breaker, steps into the role of her 'man in waiting'. As he provides emotional support, their relationship begins to shift in unexpected ways. What initially appears to be a simple friendship becomes increasingly complicated as Breaker confronts feelings he never anticipated. The story explores themes of \u003cstrong\u003eself-discovery\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003eambiguities of love\u003c\/strong\u003e, as both characters must confront their emotions before they reach a point of no return.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFriendship vs. Romance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The fine line between platonic support and romantic feelings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily Dynamics:\u003c\/strong\u003e The impact of family expectations and relationships on personal happiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePersonal Growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e The journey of understanding one's own emotions amidst external pressures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders who enjoy the heartfelt explorations found in novels like \u003cit\u003eBridget Jones's Diary\u003c\/it\u003e or \u003cit\u003eSomething Borrowed\u003c\/it\u003e will find resonance in Ophelia and Breaker’s journey. The writing style is both engaging and relatable, making it a compelling read for those seeking a blend of humour and emotional depth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Penguin Books Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53482747035980,"sku":"9781405955829","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781405955829_front.webp?v=1765286067","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/products\/9781405955829","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}