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A review by jaipal
Taboo by Kim Scott
4.0
This novel is well written and tackles many difficult or taboo subjects, particularly violence and it's impact on the lives of the main characters. It starts with the typical way people steer away from difficult subjects, saying it's taboo to talk about it. As the book progresses, we learn how breaking these taboos lead to acceptance and healing.
I found this book gave me a better understanding of the Noongar people, especially those that lived in the South of Western Australia. His use of language to represent people, cultures and places works well here. It is sad that a lot of people have lost this link to their culture but it is good that a book like this might help them reconnect with themselves.
The title is very apt and I would recommend this book especially if you want to learn more about the indigenous people in Western Australia, both in the past and the present.
I found this book gave me a better understanding of the Noongar people, especially those that lived in the South of Western Australia. His use of language to represent people, cultures and places works well here. It is sad that a lot of people have lost this link to their culture but it is good that a book like this might help them reconnect with themselves.
The title is very apt and I would recommend this book especially if you want to learn more about the indigenous people in Western Australia, both in the past and the present.