Resistance

Name: Resistance
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781922790118
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By Jacinta Halloran

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Resistance by Jacinta Halloran is a thought-provoking novel set in a world on the brink of change. The story explores the complex dynamics between individuals confronting societal pressures and personal beliefs, with the protagonists navigating both internal and external conflicts. It delves into themes of loyalty, freedom, and the struggles faced by those who dare to challenge the status quo.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate emotionally rich narratives exploring themes of family, personal struggle, and resilience. It's perfect if you're drawn to character-driven stories that delve into the complexities of human relationships and the strength required to confront life's challenges.

Resistance

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As a family therapist, Nina is the ultimate listener. Yet this is of little use with her latest clients, the Agostinos, who have been mandated to see her after stealing a car and disappearing into the outback.

For support with the case, Nina meets with a supervising therapist, Erin. What they unearth in their sessions goes beyond the Agostino story into confronting personal territory for Nina. Meanwhile, despite her efforts, the Agostinos remain unwilling to speak—so how can Nina be sure that the two children are safe with their parents?

In the tradition of Rachel Cusk’s Outline trilogy, Resistance is an elegant, hypnotic novel of stories within stories. Examining the unfathomable mysteries within our families, it also questions how we retell our history, both personal and collective.

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Jacinta Halloran's Resistance is lauded for its exploration of complex themes like mental health, family dynamics, and First Nations history, providing a deep dive into the human condition with its many complexities. Reviews praise it as thought-provoking and intimate, with some highlighting its layered storytelling and the way it meditates on storytelling itself. The novel is noted for its elegant prose and precise character depictions, weaving individual narratives into broader reflections on Australian identity and shared histories. It has been described as both insightful and compelling, challenging readers to reflect on their own stories and the influences that shape them.

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ISBN: 9781922790118

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 March 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 288

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About the Author

Jacinta Halloran is the author of the novels Dissection, shortlisted for the 2007 Victorian Premier’s Literary Award for an Unpublished Manuscript; Pilgrimage, shortlisted for the 2014 Barbara Jefferis Award; and The Science of Appearances. Her new novel, Resistance, will be published in March 2023. She is a former board member of the Stella Prize, and was a GP for many years.

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