Description
Explore the gripping world of Tom Keneally’s debut novel, a psychological mystery that delves into the dark and twisted corners of human nature. This BRAND NEW 2014 anniversary edition, published by RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA, celebrates fifty years of this acclaimed author’s remarkable literary journey. With its captivating narrative, this psychological thriller invites you into the eerie backdrop of a monastery in Whitton where the shocking murder of Wally has the community on edge. As Dr. Stenner grapples with the suspicion of a rogue priest among his ranks, readers are drawn into a sinister vortex of fear, violence, and intrigue. The chilling tension escalates further with each turning page as another murder rocks the cloistered world of the monastery. Who could be the killer? Can the determined young woman who steps forward unravel the secrets hidden within? Featuring 304 pages of expertly crafted prose, this paper-over-boards edition includes a new author's note reflecting on Keneally’s five-decade career in literature. Whether you’re a long-time fan of Keneally or new to his work, this anniversary edition is a must-have addition to your bookshelf. Enjoy fast delivery from Smartfox NZ, ensuring you receive this remarkable novel at your doorstep swiftly.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780857984425
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2014
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Pages: 304
Description:
Tom Keneally's first novel, a psychological mystery, was published after his time in a seminary. Fifty years on, this anniversary edition is being released with a new author's note about the novel and fifty years of writing.
Tom Keneally's first novel, a psychological mystery, was published after his time in a seminary. Fifty years on, this anniversary edition is being released with a new author's note about the novel and fifty years of writing.
In the shocking dirt of the cement floor, Wally lay now, indiscriminately felled amongst the piglets, prostrate on his stomach with his head on his side. Someone had battered him about the head and then strangled him with a noose of thin rope.
When a man is found brutally murdered in Whitton's monastery, Dr Stenner, Whitton's president, is horrified. Could it possibly be the work of one of his priests? A nightmare begins as another brazen killing follows. The murderer appears to be a madman. Then, into the whirlpool of fear and violence, steps a cold and steely young woman who, it seems, has a very specific use for a priest gone bad. Stenner knows he must somehow control the fear whirling around the monastery, for 'death outside these walls was simply death; death within them might be called murder, vampirism, witchery' ...
Tom Keneally is one of Australia's most loved and acclaimed writers; with this new edition of his first novel we can celebrate fifty years of his writing and wisdom, and see where it all began.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780857984425
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2014
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Pages: 304
Description:
Tom Keneally's first novel, a psychological mystery, was published after his time in a seminary. Fifty years on, this anniversary edition is being released with a new author's note about the novel and fifty years of writing.
Tom Keneally's first novel, a psychological mystery, was published after his time in a seminary. Fifty years on, this anniversary edition is being released with a new author's note about the novel and fifty years of writing.
In the shocking dirt of the cement floor, Wally lay now, indiscriminately felled amongst the piglets, prostrate on his stomach with his head on his side. Someone had battered him about the head and then strangled him with a noose of thin rope.
When a man is found brutally murdered in Whitton's monastery, Dr Stenner, Whitton's president, is horrified. Could it possibly be the work of one of his priests? A nightmare begins as another brazen killing follows. The murderer appears to be a madman. Then, into the whirlpool of fear and violence, steps a cold and steely young woman who, it seems, has a very specific use for a priest gone bad. Stenner knows he must somehow control the fear whirling around the monastery, for 'death outside these walls was simply death; death within them might be called murder, vampirism, witchery' ...
Tom Keneally is one of Australia's most loved and acclaimed writers; with this new edition of his first novel we can celebrate fifty years of his writing and wisdom, and see where it all began.