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samyukta_24 's review for:
The Broken Shore
by Peter Temple
Okay, this is definitely one of those books where the "read-3-chapters-and-then-decide-if-you-want-to-continue" rule does not work. I am glad I stuck through the initial confusing dialogue and unique writing style.
It can be taken as a standalone but does refer to past incidents and characters. However, it doesn't detract too much from the plot. The entire book is incredibly atmospheric, centering around a homicide detective, Joe Cashin, living in a small town in Australia. The death of an influential figure draws Cashin into a web, which obviously spans deeper than an isolated murder.
The initial chapters were, to be honest, very difficult to get through as I had absolutely no idea what anyone was saying or what half the terms meant. But, once I understood the residents' rhythm and manner of speaking, it was smooth sailing. I especially appreciated the inclusion of politics and its direct effects on police work, the interactions, and the viewpoints of the aboriginal community and the other residents. All the chapters were perfectly bite-sized and kept the story moving with absolutely no extra or frivolous digressions.
But what shone throughout the book was the backdrop of rural Australia, transporting me to a place that paradoxically managed to alternate between cozy small-town vibes and vast lonely expanses. All the characters kind of felt the same way. All in all, I would definitely love to read more about the lives of the Port Monro locals, just as a scenic slice-of-life story even. Doesn't even need to have any crime aspect to it. That's how amazing the writing is.
It can be taken as a standalone but does refer to past incidents and characters. However, it doesn't detract too much from the plot. The entire book is incredibly atmospheric, centering around a homicide detective, Joe Cashin, living in a small town in Australia. The death of an influential figure draws Cashin into a web, which obviously spans deeper than an isolated murder.
The initial chapters were, to be honest, very difficult to get through as I had absolutely no idea what anyone was saying or what half the terms meant. But, once I understood the residents' rhythm and manner of speaking, it was smooth sailing. I especially appreciated the inclusion of politics and its direct effects on police work, the interactions, and the viewpoints of the aboriginal community and the other residents. All the chapters were perfectly bite-sized and kept the story moving with absolutely no extra or frivolous digressions.
But what shone throughout the book was the backdrop of rural Australia, transporting me to a place that paradoxically managed to alternate between cozy small-town vibes and vast lonely expanses. All the characters kind of felt the same way. All in all, I would definitely love to read more about the lives of the Port Monro locals, just as a scenic slice-of-life story even. Doesn't even need to have any crime aspect to it. That's how amazing the writing is.