"Flash Jack" by Maureen McCarthy is an engrossing coming-of-age novel that transports readers to rural Australia in the 1930s. Through the captivating journey of Jack Lightning, a young Indigenous boy, the book explores themes of identity, family, and the pursuit of meaning in life. Jack Lightning is torn between his...
"Cross My Heart" by Maureen McCarthy is a captivating coming-of-age novel that delves into the themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. Set in a small Australian town during the 1970s, the story revolves around 16-year-old Tessa, who is faced with the sudden death of her father. As Tessa navigates the...
"Queen Kat, Carmel and St. Jude Get a Life" by Maureen McCarthy is an enthralling coming-of-age novel that follows the lives of three teenage friends as they navigate the challenges of love, family, and growing up in the small town of Lost River. Queen Kat, a talented artist, yearns to...
Queen Kat, Carmel, and St. Jude Get a Life is a touching coming-of-age novel penned by Maureen McCarthy. It revolves around the lives of three best friends, Kat, Carmel, and Jude, as they navigate the tumultuous world of adolescence and grapple with the challenges that accompany growing up. The story...