Secrets, survivors and scams: This week’s essential reading
This week's reading recommendations feature a mix of fiction and non-fiction, exploring themes of love, revenge, and societal issues. Notable titles include 'Almost Life' by Kiran Millwood Hargrave, which delves into a decades-spanning queer romance, and 'Three Reasons for Revenge' by Dervla McTiernan, a thriller set in Melbourne. The reviews highlight the complexity of relationships and the darker aspects of human nature.
- ▪The article reviews new fiction and non-fiction releases for the week.
- ▪Kiran Millwood Hargrave's 'Almost Life' tells a sweeping love story between two women over decades.
- ▪Dervla McTiernan's 'Three Reasons for Revenge' is a thriller featuring a complex revenge plot set in Melbourne.
Opening excerpt (first ~120 words) tap to expand
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Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at The Sydney Morning Herald.