These three excellent and sometimes heartbreaking Australian memoirs tell the story of the complex issues surrounding child protection – and highlight how the ‘policing’ of families is often far from equal.
This month our columnist shares her thoughts on the latest book from bestselling author Sally Rooney and two other new novels – one she loved and the other she wishes she’d left on the shelf.
With ‘best books’ lists hitting the headlines lately, InReview’s columnist shares six of her favourite South Australian books of the 21st century, and asks 20 local authors, publishers, editors and other literary experts for their top Australian titles.
Adelaide science writer’s Lauren Fuge’s poetic and sometimes alarming account of her voyage to far-flung corners of the globe – with its accompanying call to action – is one of three books recommended by our columnist this month.
Divorce and midlife breakdowns are key themes across two memoirs and a speculative novel reviewed by our books columnist this month. She also casts her eyes over the Miles Franklin Literary Award’s eclectic 2024 shortlist.
This month’s recommended reads include a pair of candid Australian memoirs, a fascinating look at how class affects relationships, and journalist Nick Bryant’s new book arguing that Donald Trump is not an anomaly, but a product of America’s past.
This month our books columnist recommends two prize-winning books – one an epic Australian novel and the other a timely Palestine story – as well as the new release by a former Miles Franklin winner and a fascinating read about the Ozempic dilemma.