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`superb first novel' -- The Times, Kate Saunders
`...filled with light and tragedy. This is a sad novel and lovely novel from a talented new writer' --The Observer
A stunning work from a brilliant new voice' --Esquire
'this adroit examination of loss, lostness and trauma is the beginning of great things'. --The Independent
" ...pitchy, crystal-sharp prose, a compelling read that uses the Australian landscape to mirror its characters' equally unforgiving emotional terrain" -- FT
`this adroit examination of loss, lostness and trauma is the beginning of great things' --The Independent
'This jewel of a book.' --Grazia
"... pitchy, crystal-sharp prose... a compelling read that uses the Australian landscape to mirror its characters' equally unforgiving emotional terrain" --FT
"Manages to create a confidently uneasy and gripping atmosphere"
--Elle
'its richness of prose is evocative' --Historical Novels Review
"It is every inch the assured and stunning debut that everyone suggests." --Dovegreyreader.com
`...filled with light and tragedy. This is a sad novel and lovely novel from a talented new writer' --The Observer
A stunning work from a brilliant new voice' --Esquire
'this adroit examination of loss, lostness and trauma is the beginning of great things'. --The Independent
" ...pitchy, crystal-sharp prose, a compelling read that uses the Australian landscape to mirror its characters' equally unforgiving emotional terrain" -- FT
`this adroit examination of loss, lostness and trauma is the beginning of great things' --The Independent
'This jewel of a book.' --Grazia
"... pitchy, crystal-sharp prose... a compelling read that uses the Australian landscape to mirror its characters' equally unforgiving emotional terrain" --FT
"Manages to create a confidently uneasy and gripping atmosphere"
--Elle
'its richness of prose is evocative' --Historical Novels Review
"It is every inch the assured and stunning debut that everyone suggests." --Dovegreyreader.com
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It's not just about generations of men affected by war. It's about men everywhere. For any man who's ever felt like an emotional fence post, this is the book for you. I enjoyed it enormously. - Giles Foden
'Intense. Wyld is an absolutely brilliant prose writer. The first chapter is so acute, poetic but not self-consciously literary and all in service to the characters. A fantastically-written novel. But gripping, it works almost as a mystery. Incredibly realistic about men and the trouble they have expressing themselves. - Boyd Hilton, BBC Radio 5 Live
Splendid. There's a point where you realise if you're confident in a writer. For me it was page five. From that point on, I knew I would go anywhere with this author. The book has an incredible, quiet confidence in its own prose. It never raises its voice. I just ate it up. There were two brilliant Australian novels I read this year by Tim Winton and Steve Toltz, which got a huge amount of attention. This is equally good. A masterful piece of writing.- Joel Morris, BBC Radio 5 live
'Intense. Wyld is an absolutely brilliant prose writer. The first chapter is so acute, poetic but not self-consciously literary and all in service to the characters. A fantastically-written novel. But gripping, it works almost as a mystery. Incredibly realistic about men and the trouble they have expressing themselves. - Boyd Hilton, BBC Radio 5 Live
Splendid. There's a point where you realise if you're confident in a writer. For me it was page five. From that point on, I knew I would go anywhere with this author. The book has an incredible, quiet confidence in its own prose. It never raises its voice. I just ate it up. There were two brilliant Australian novels I read this year by Tim Winton and Steve Toltz, which got a huge amount of attention. This is equally good. A masterful piece of writing.- Joel Morris, BBC Radio 5 live
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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this book after reading a rave review in the paper, it was I have to agree with the review a fantastic debut novel, Evie Wylde writes beautifully and gives a real insight into that part of Australia, the war and the patterns that emerge from dysfunctional family life, very interesting and different.
The reason I deduct a star is because sometimes you have to really concentrate to keep up with the fast introduction of many characters at the same time and the fact that the main characters jump location frequently.
I would definitely read another book by this author though, didn't expect the connection at the end and thought the way you are left to make your own conclusions was clever rather than frustrating which can often be the case.
The reason I deduct a star is because sometimes you have to really concentrate to keep up with the fast introduction of many characters at the same time and the fact that the main characters jump location frequently.
I would definitely read another book by this author though, didn't expect the connection at the end and thought the way you are left to make your own conclusions was clever rather than frustrating which can often be the case.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I can't remember the last time I enjoyed a book this much. I took After the Fire on holiday with me last month and rattled through it in a couple of sittings, then had to face up to the fact that I wasn't going to read anything that good again for the rest of my time away. And probably for the rest of the year.
The book follows two main characters and at first I had that feeling of leaning towards one of them and not caring as much about the other, but by the midpoint I was totally engrossed in both. Other reviewers have written about the book's ability to convey things that aren't spoken, and it is very good at the quiet intensity of unspoken emotion. But I was also blown away by the jungle warfare, the bar brawls, the blokes working in good honest backbreaking jobs and the shark encounter. And there's something going on with chickens too, but maybe I'm reading too much into that.
I've given the book five stars but I can't recommend it highly enough. Just brilliant.
The book follows two main characters and at first I had that feeling of leaning towards one of them and not caring as much about the other, but by the midpoint I was totally engrossed in both. Other reviewers have written about the book's ability to convey things that aren't spoken, and it is very good at the quiet intensity of unspoken emotion. But I was also blown away by the jungle warfare, the bar brawls, the blokes working in good honest backbreaking jobs and the shark encounter. And there's something going on with chickens too, but maybe I'm reading too much into that.
I've given the book five stars but I can't recommend it highly enough. Just brilliant.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
So rare to find a book so free of cliche, and not stitched together by a cut-and-paste stylist. Full of wonderfully original descriptions that describe sensations and emotions precisely, and as if they are yours. A tale of brilliant images bleached by the Aussie sun, with a plot fringed with dark threats that lurk in memories or wait, nameless, hidden in the corn....
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loving it
i love the cover - sorry but wrong covers don't get read by me !
the story of two guys connected but at different are just right - you are just wanting what else is happening... Read more
the story of two guys connected but at different are just right - you are just wanting what else is happening... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Gail B
Not much plot but I really enjoyed it!
I have to say I really enjoyed reading this book! The atmosphere and characters were enthralling and I was drawn into the world of the book. Read more
Published 2 months ago by JP Forward
Is that all there is to a fire?
Three generations of Australian men feel the trauma of war reflected in the father/son relationships. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Kartowidjojo
A reflective piece about fathers and sons
After The Fire, A Still Small Voice was featured on BBC 2's The Culture Show 'New Novelists : 12 Of The Best' episode. Read more
Published 3 months ago by R. A. Davison
BEST BOOK EVER WRITTEN
It is impossible to believe that this is a debut novel for Evie Wyld. The prose is so rich, but appears effortless. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Betty76
A Beautiful Read
I was a bit dubious about the the plotline and setting - twin narratives spanning the Australian ouback and the Korean war - but I was completely swept away by the prose. Read more
Published 8 months ago by clara76
beautiful
Loved this book. Didn't want it to end. Will definitely keep an eye out for any further books by Evie Wyld. Read more
Published 11 months ago by moon
Moving tale, beautifully written
I suggested this for my book group after seeing it on the 12 best debut novels TV programme on World Book Night. Haven't yet heard what my friends thought, but I loved it. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Rose Maroc
Entertaining and thought-provoking
Through three generations of an Australian family and two wars - Korea and Vietnam - the book looks at how the faults of fathers are visited on their sons. Read more
Published 14 months ago by I. Barker
A Good Introduction to Australia's East Coast
I have a young Australian female friend who works in London. From conversations with her, I know that she does not know very much about parts of Australia that she has not visited... Read more
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