{"product_id":"the-strays-of-paris-by-jane-smiley","title":"The Strays of Paris by Jane Smiley","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Strays of Paris\u003c\/strong\u003e is a sweet, quirky, and heartwarming novel by Jane Smiley that delivers a charming, whimsical tale about friendship, independence, and the unexpected bonds that make life meaningful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParas, a spirited racehorse, wanders away from her stable and discovers freedom in the streets of Paris. Along the way, she befriends a motley group of strays—a dog, a raven, a pair of ducks, and a lonely boy. Together, they navigate the city, finding companionship and purpose in each other's company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough gentle storytelling and animal perspectives, Smiley celebrates the power of friendship and the joy of independence. Set against the charming backdrop of Paris, this novel offers a warm exploration of what it means to belong and the unexpected connections that enrich our lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdmired in literary circles for its gentle storytelling, animal perspectives, and celebration of companionship, this novel offers charm and Parisian atmosphere. Perfect for fans of \u003cem\u003eCharlotte's Web\u003c\/em\u003e by E.B. White, \u003cem\u003eThe Travelling Cat Chronicles\u003c\/em\u003e by Hiro Arikawa, and \u003cem\u003eThe Friend\u003c\/em\u003e by Sigrid Nunez.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trade Paperback (November 2020 edition)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good - minor wear, pages clean and intact, binding tight\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Literary Fiction \/ Animal Fiction \/ Contemporary Fiction\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jhb Preloved Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44413137846387,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/3357\/6307\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_e9a32895-6cb0-4d6f-8d30-635b0894e850.jpg?v=1772111714","url":"https:\/\/jhbprelovedbooks.co.za\/products\/the-strays-of-paris-by-jane-smiley","provider":"Jhb Preloved Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}