Despite the dark connotations typically associated with war and conflict, this piece was anything but bleak.
Tag: Aussie
Book Review: “River Kids: Growing Up After World War II” by Jennie Linnane
Set in the years following the Second World War, River Kids exquisitely chronicles the life of Annie and her family in New South Wales.
Book Review: Behind the Barbed Wire Fence by Jennie Linnane
The narrative is more character-driven than plot-intensive, which may not appeal to everyone. However, I found it perfectly fine, as I’ve grown accustomed to the arduous nature of real life. It was even a quick read, allowing me to immerse myself in the characters’ emotional landscapes. Beyond all the assumptions, notions, and realisations, I must say that I’ve encountered another sterling piece of literary work far too soon.