Return to Harikoa Bay
Marshall, OwenA story a day could very well keep the doctor away... short and perfectly formed, the 33 stories in this collection are a tonic, distilling the essence of life in New Zealand.
In these thoughtful vignettes, the wide variety of relatable people, the recognisable landscapes, and the author's ability to fully inhabit each of the characters, ensures this is a book to savour.
Pages
302
302
Year
2022
2022
Reviews
15-01-2024
This book convinced several in our group that short stories were an enjoyable read. We all liked the title story in particular.
04-12-2023
Our main discussion was about the title story, so this rating was based on this one story. First time we have ever unanimously given such a high score! But such a perceptive and beautifully written story, that we could all relate to in some way. It stimulated a great discussion.
25-10-2023
We enjoyed the snippets of people's lives and characterisations. Some thought they'd like the stories to develop more. Great that so many were N.Z. based. Personally I loved them.
13-09-2023
Well-written; we liked the different voices...male, female, different ages. Authentic settings and we enjoyed those set in N.Z. Some people didn't get into it or finish.