A Loving, Faithful Animal

Discover the profound journey within *A Loving, Faithful Animal*, a deeply moving novel that captures the complexities of family dynamics against the backdrop of war. This stunning narrative unfolds on New Year's Eve, 1990, centering around Ru and her father, Jack, a Vietnam War veteran whose haunting past creates a ghostly presence in their lives. With a rich exploration of themes such as love, loyalty, and the search for redemption, this B-format paperback offers an immersive reading experience in its 204 pages. Each chapter draws you deeper into Ru's world, where she navigates the struggles of her family, including her sister Lani's desire for escape and their mother Evelyn's yearning for a vibrant past. Les, Jack's enigmatic brother, also embodies the conflicts that arise from divided loyalties. Written with lyrical beauty and emotional depth, *A Loving, Faithful Animal* stands as a testament to the resilience of humanity in the face of personal and historical turmoil. Ideal for readers seeking literary fiction that resonates, this novel is perfect for book clubs and those who appreciate Australian literature. Own your copy today and explore this incandescent story of love and struggle, beautifully published by the University of Queensland Press.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780702253966
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2016
Publisher: University of Queensland Press
Pages: 204


Description:
Your father. His head is a ghost trap. It's all he can do to open his mouth without letting them all howl out. Even so, you can still see them, sliding around the dark behind his eyes . . .
It is New Year's Eve, 1990, and Ru's father, Jack, has disappeared in the wake of a savage incident. A Vietnam War veteran, he has long been an erratic presence at home, where Ru's allegiances are divided amongst those she loves. Her sister, Lani, seeks to escape the claustrophobia of small-town life, while their mother, Evelyn, takes refuge in a more vibrant past. And then there's Les, Jack's inscrutable brother, whose loyalties are also torn.
A Loving, Faithful Animal is an incandescent portrait of one family searching for what may yet be redeemable from the ruins of war. Tender, brutal, and heart-stopping in its beauty, this is a hypnotic novel by one of Australia's brightest talents.
'A remarkable work of fiction. Deft, lyrical and deeply moving.' Wayne Macauley


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