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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780143790976
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 160
Description:
Discover the explosive debut novel *Loaded*, the first book by the acclaimed author of *The Slap*. This gripping tale unravels the complexities of family and identity, portraying the tumultuous life of Ari, a 19-year-old navigating his way through a world where family dynamics can combust unexpectedly. In the vibrant backdrop of suburban Melbourne, Ari grapples with his identity, his unconventional desires, and the weight of expectations as he attempts to break free from his mundane existence.
In the gripping narrative, readers witness Ari’s struggles as he confronts his sexuality amid the pressures of traditional Greek values. With vivid imagery and raw emotion, this novel encapsulates the harsh realities of adolescence and the relentless quest for self-acceptance. Ari’s longing for connection drives him towards the euphoric yet perilous realms of music, drugs, and explosive relationships.
*Loaded* invites readers to dive deep into the human experience, exploring themes of love, loss, and the transformative power of art. Its unapologetic prose captures the highs and lows of urban life and the harsh truths of youth, making it a must-read for anyone interested in contemporary literature.
Don't miss out on this powerful story of rebellion and resilience. Order your copy today!
Delivery Information: We offer fast and reliable shipping to ensure your book arrives on time. Expect your order to be processed within 1-3 business days, followed by prompt delivery. Experience the thrill of reading *Loaded* soon!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780143790976
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 160
Description:
The first novel from the author of the bestselling THE SLAP
Families can detonate. Some families are torn apart forever by one small act, one solitary mistake. In my family it was a series of small explosions; consistent, passionate, pathetic. Cruel words, crude threats... We spurred each other on till we reached a crescendo of pain and we retired exhaused to our rooms, in tears or in fury. Ari is nineteen, unemployed and a poofter who doesn't want to be gay. He is looking for something - anything - to take him away from his aimless existence in suburban Melbourne. He doesn't believe in anyone or anything, except the power of music. All he wants to do is dance, take drugs, have sex and change the world. For Ari, all the orthodoxies of family, sex, politics and work have collapsed. Caught between the traditional Greek world of his parents and friends and the alluring, destructive world of clubs, chemicals and anonymous sex, all Ari can do is ease his pain in the only ways he knows how. Written in stark, uncompromising prose, Loaded is a first novel of great passion and power.
ISBN: 9780143790976
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 160
Description:
Discover the explosive debut novel *Loaded*, the first book by the acclaimed author of *The Slap*. This gripping tale unravels the complexities of family and identity, portraying the tumultuous life of Ari, a 19-year-old navigating his way through a world where family dynamics can combust unexpectedly. In the vibrant backdrop of suburban Melbourne, Ari grapples with his identity, his unconventional desires, and the weight of expectations as he attempts to break free from his mundane existence.
In the gripping narrative, readers witness Ari’s struggles as he confronts his sexuality amid the pressures of traditional Greek values. With vivid imagery and raw emotion, this novel encapsulates the harsh realities of adolescence and the relentless quest for self-acceptance. Ari’s longing for connection drives him towards the euphoric yet perilous realms of music, drugs, and explosive relationships.
*Loaded* invites readers to dive deep into the human experience, exploring themes of love, loss, and the transformative power of art. Its unapologetic prose captures the highs and lows of urban life and the harsh truths of youth, making it a must-read for anyone interested in contemporary literature.
Don't miss out on this powerful story of rebellion and resilience. Order your copy today!
Delivery Information: We offer fast and reliable shipping to ensure your book arrives on time. Expect your order to be processed within 1-3 business days, followed by prompt delivery. Experience the thrill of reading *Loaded* soon!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780143790976
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 160
Description:
The first novel from the author of the bestselling THE SLAP
Families can detonate. Some families are torn apart forever by one small act, one solitary mistake. In my family it was a series of small explosions; consistent, passionate, pathetic. Cruel words, crude threats... We spurred each other on till we reached a crescendo of pain and we retired exhaused to our rooms, in tears or in fury. Ari is nineteen, unemployed and a poofter who doesn't want to be gay. He is looking for something - anything - to take him away from his aimless existence in suburban Melbourne. He doesn't believe in anyone or anything, except the power of music. All he wants to do is dance, take drugs, have sex and change the world. For Ari, all the orthodoxies of family, sex, politics and work have collapsed. Caught between the traditional Greek world of his parents and friends and the alluring, destructive world of clubs, chemicals and anonymous sex, all Ari can do is ease his pain in the only ways he knows how. Written in stark, uncompromising prose, Loaded is a first novel of great passion and power.