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5★
“ One friend of mine, a keen and discriminating reader of fiction, confessed to me, ‘I even forget the books I’ve loved the most. And it’s not through lack of concentration: I’m completely absorbed by the book as I read it—but afterwards it’s like another world that I lived in for a while, and now I’ve left it behind. I remember how I felt, but not the book itself.’”
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5★
“ One friend of mine, a keen and discriminating reader of fiction, confessed to me, ‘I even forget the books I’ve loved the most. And it’s not through lack of concentration: I’m completely absorbed by the book as I read it—but afterwards it’s like another world that I lived in for a while, and now I’ve left it behind. I remember how I felt, but not the book itself.’”
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A collection of short stories based on her own life. Everyone has stories. It has me remembering aspects of my own life in vivid detail. She's a master observer and recorder of the human condition.
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In this collection of true stories, Garner amply demonstrates why she is one of Australia's best writers. The breadth of topics she covers is incredible and each one is given an in-depth exploration.
I really enjoy the way Garner regales us with her observations and insights. ...more
I really enjoy the way Garner regales us with her observations and insights. ...more
Garner's prose are a joy to read; really enjoyed this glimpse into her life from many years ago - excellent read throughout.
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