A review by jrmarr
The Arsonist: A Mind on Fire by Chloe Hooper

5.0

I am not normally one to get through non-fiction so quickly, but this is such a readable book. It is a compelling and often harrowing account of one of the worst days in Victoria's history, Black Saturday. In the end, I'm not sure how much we really learnt from the Churchill fire, but it has given me much to think about - how do we help those most vulnerable? How can we predict and prevent the worst possible actions when there appears to be little motive? How can we assist all who are affected by these actions? It leaves me in an uncomfortable state, but I am so glad I read this fantastic book.