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Immerse yourself in the poignant narrative of 'The Fell', a gripping novel by acclaimed author Robert Jenkins, published by Red Door Press. This paperback edition, measuring 126 x 198 mm with 325 pages, offers an intimate glimpse into the life of a young boy grappling with the complexities of love, loss, and identity in an uncertain world. Set against the backdrop of a faded, nostalgic Lido where his father serves as a lifeguard, the boy lives a seemingly idyllic life until a series of traumatic events shatter his existence. Shortlisted for the NZ Booklovers Awards 2020, this compelling story explores themes of heroism, family, and the blurred lines of reality through the eyes of an unreliable narrator. As he confronts challenges in the mysterious boarding home known as The Fell, he navigates friendships, fears, and untold truths about his loved ones. Experience the emotional depth and resonance of 'The Fell,' a must-read for anyone interested in contemporary NZ literature. This novel is perfect for book lovers seeking stories that delve into the human psyche and the struggles of youth. We are dedicated to providing exceptional service and offer combined shipping for your convenience. Smartfox is a proud NZ owned business located in Auckland, ensuring your purchase from our stock in New Zealand means no unexpected import charges, customs duties, or taxes. Order today and explore the captivating narrative of 'The Fell'.
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 126 x 198 mm
Pages: 325
Bind: paperback
Author: Robert Jenkins Publisher: Red Door Press
Shortlisted for NZ Booklovers Awards 2020 In an unspecified time and location, an unnamed boy is living what he feels to be an idyllic life in the faded and peeling Lido where his father is a lifeguard. He idolises his father - never more so than when he saves the life of a suicidal man - and he comes to believe that heroism is all. The arrest of his sister Lilly later that summer brings the halcyon days to an abrupt end, and his family is torn apart, with Lilly sent to jail and the boy set to a boarding house for dysfunctional boys, far away from his home - The Fell. He is young and afraid but the boys in the home become his family and they band together against their enemies, both real and imagined, they become family. The boy is an unreliable narrator, seeing the world and his place in it through a unique lens. He meets ghosts, hears voices and battles his fears but never questions his own version of reality. Anger spills over when he hears the girl he loves referred to as a twenty-dollar-whore and his actions lead him to run from The Fell. And run, And run...
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 126 x 198 mm
Pages: 325
Bind: paperback
Author: Robert Jenkins Publisher: Red Door Press
Shortlisted for NZ Booklovers Awards 2020 In an unspecified time and location, an unnamed boy is living what he feels to be an idyllic life in the faded and peeling Lido where his father is a lifeguard. He idolises his father - never more so than when he saves the life of a suicidal man - and he comes to believe that heroism is all. The arrest of his sister Lilly later that summer brings the halcyon days to an abrupt end, and his family is torn apart, with Lilly sent to jail and the boy set to a boarding house for dysfunctional boys, far away from his home - The Fell. He is young and afraid but the boys in the home become his family and they band together against their enemies, both real and imagined, they become family. The boy is an unreliable narrator, seeing the world and his place in it through a unique lens. He meets ghosts, hears voices and battles his fears but never questions his own version of reality. Anger spills over when he hears the girl he loves referred to as a twenty-dollar-whore and his actions lead him to run from The Fell. And run, And run...
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.