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.