216 pages • first pub 2006 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780702235214
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: University of Queensland Press
Publication date: 01 January 2016
Description
In 2006, Tara June Winch s startling debut "Swallow the Air" was published to acclaim. Its poetic yet visceral style announced the arrival a fresh and exciting new talent. This 10th anniversary edition celebrates its important contribution to Aust...
Community Reviews Summary of 180 reviews
Moods
reflective 82%
challenging 60%
sad 56%
dark 34%
hopeful 26%
adventurous 17%
inspiring 13%
informative 4%
Pace
slow 31%
fast 31%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 83% | A mix: 16%Strong character development?
Yes: 94% | No: 5%Loveable characters?
Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 27% | N/A: 5% | No: 5%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 5%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 44% | Yes: 38% | No: 16%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Domestic abuse, Racism, AlcoholismModerate
Rape, Drug abuse, Drug useMinor
Sexual violence
216 pages • first pub 2006 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780702235214
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: University of Queensland Press
Publication date: 01 January 2016
Description
In 2006, Tara June Winch s startling debut "Swallow the Air" was published to acclaim. Its poetic yet visceral style announced the arrival a fresh and exciting new talent. This 10th anniversary edition celebrates its important contribution to Aust...
Community Reviews Summary of 180 reviews
Moods
reflective 82%
challenging 60%
sad 56%
dark 34%
hopeful 26%
adventurous 17%
inspiring 13%
informative 4%
Pace
slow 31%
fast 31%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 83% | A mix: 16%Strong character development?
Yes: 94% | No: 5%Loveable characters?
Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 27% | N/A: 5% | No: 5%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 5%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 44% | Yes: 38% | No: 16%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Domestic abuse, Racism, AlcoholismModerate
Rape, Drug abuse, Drug useMinor
Sexual violence