Becky Manawatu

Becky Manawatu is a New Zealand author known for her novel 'Auē', which won the Ockham New Zealand Book Awards for both the Jann Medlicott Acorn Prize for Fiction and the Hubert Church Prize for Best First Book of Fiction in 2020. She is of Ngāi Tahu descent and her work often explores themes of family, grief, and resilience.

Books

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  1. 1. Auē

    Cover of 'Auē' by Becky Manawatu

    "Auē" is a powerful and heartbreaking novel that explores the lives of three individuals in a small New Zealand town. It delves into the themes of family, loss, and resilience as the characters navigate their troubled pasts and search for redemption. With vivid storytelling and raw emotions, the book offers a profound examination of the human spirit and the impact of trauma on individuals and communities.

    The 10345th Greatest Book of All Time