On the Java Ridge

Discover the gripping tale of survival and political intrigue in 'On the Java Ridge' by Jock Serong, a powerful literary novel that unfolds against the breathtaking backdrop of the Indonesian seas. Set against a turbulent ocean, this compelling narrative follows the journey of skipper Isi Natoli, who is anchored beside a stunning reef while political tensions escalate back home in Australia. As Minister Cassius Calvert enacts severe new policies impacting asylum seekers, the story intensifies with the Takalar, a vessel in peril, struggling with engine failure nearby. Among the desperate passengers are Roya and her mother, facing unimaginable dangers amidst the brewing storm. With 320 pages of explosive writing that combines the urgency of a political thriller and the elegance of literary fiction, 'On the Java Ridge' explores themes of humanity, crisis, and resilience on the high seas. This UK trade paperback edition (ISBN: 9781925498394) from The Text Publishing Company is a must-have for literature enthusiasts and readers who appreciate thought-provoking narratives. Enjoy FREE shipping on this exhilarating read, where survival hangs by a thread amidst powerful waves. Perfect for book clubs and personal libraries, grab your copy today and dive into this heart-stopping adventure!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925498394
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2017
Publisher: The Text Publishing Company
Pages: 320


Description:
Amid the furious ocean there was no human sound on deck- some people standing, watching the wave, but no one capable of words. On the Java Ridge, skipper Isi Natoli and a group of Australian surf tourists are anchored beside an idyllic reef off the Indonesian island of Dana. In the Canberra office of Cassius Calvert, Minister for Border Integrity, a Federal election looms and (not coincidentally) a hardline new policy is being announced regarding maritime assistance to asylum-seeker vessels in distress.A few kilometres away from Dana, the Takalar is having engine trouble. Among the passengers fleeing from persecution are Roya and her mother, and Roya's unborn sister. The storm now closing in on the Takalar and the Java Ridge will mean catastrophe for them all.With On the Java Ridge Jock Serong, bestselling author of The Rules of Backyard Cricket, brings us a literary novel with the pace and tension of a political thriller - and some of the most compelling, heartstopping writing about the sea since Patrick O'Brian.

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