Boy Swallows Universe by Trent Dalton
Set against the backdrop of 1980s Brisbane, this coming-of-age tale follows the tumultuous life of a young boy named Eli Bell, who navigates a world filled with crime, love, and family secrets. With a mute brother who communicates through air-drawn words and a babysitter who is a notorious ex-criminal, Eli's journey is anything but ordinary. As he grapples with the challenges of adolescence, he is thrust into a dangerous underworld, forcing him to confront his fears and discover the power of hope and resilience in the face of adversity.
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- Published
- 2018
- Nationality
- Australian
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 464
- Original Language
- English
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