By Mark Brandt
In the heart of the Australian outback lies the small town of Wimmera, where everyone knows everyone and secrets run deep. In Mark Brandi's gripping novel "WIMMERA," the tranquility of this close-knit community is shattered by a devastating event that exposes a dark truth hidden for years.
As childhood friends Ben and Fab struggle to come to terms with the haunting secret they share, the tight bonds holding Wimmera together begin to unravel. Brandi's masterful storytelling unravels the layers of mystery and trauma, drawing readers into a world where loyalty and betrayal go hand in hand.
"WIMMERA" is a compelling tale of friendship, survival, and the lengths to which people will go to protect those they love. With its vivid prose and atmospheric setting, this novel delves into the complexities of human nature and the chilling consequences of buried secrets resurfacing in a town where silence speaks louder than words.
Australia. Hatchette. 2017. 269p.