The Signal Line

Name: The Signal Line
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781925760941
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By Brendan Colley

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Summary

The Signal Line by Brendan Colley follows the intriguing journey of two estranged brothers who are thrust together when their father dies. Set against the backdrop of Tasmania, they find themselves grappling with the mystery surrounding an ancient ghost train that emerges from the wilderness. As they reconcile their differences, the brothers are drawn into a web of secrets that challenge their perceptions of reality and family.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you appreciate stories that interweave the supernatural with the intricacies of sibling dynamics and personal discovery. Set against the evocative backdrop of Tasmania, the narrative blends mystery and heart, exploring themes of connection and the unseen forces that echo through our lives. It's perfect for readers who enjoy literary fiction with a touch of the fantastical, prompting both introspection and intrigue.

The Signal Line

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Winner of the Unpublished Manuscript Prize, Tasmanian Premier's Literary Awards

Brothers Geo and Wes are testing their relationship now that their parents have passed away. Geo and Wes rarely agree on anything, especially not the sale of the Hobart family home. Geo needs the money to finance his musical career in Italy. For Wes, the house represents the memory of their father, and what it means to live an honest, working life.

But then a ghost train appears in Hobart, often on the tram tracks that once existed, along with the Swedish man who has been pursuing it for 40 years.

Everyone, it seems, is chasing their dreams. Or are they running from the truth?

The Signal Line is a warm-hearted, unforgettable novel about what we are all searching for, even when our personal dreams and aspirations have collapsed: love and acceptance.

'My favourite kind of book—one that lets you see the world differently. It relocates the line between reality and fantasy, letting through an exhilarating strangeness. I felt the unbelievable become entirely natural. I loved every minute of it.' - Rohan Wilson, author of To Name Those Lost and Daughter of Bad Times

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Signal Line by Brendan Colley has been praised for its engaging storytelling and unique narrative structure. Critics have highlighted the depth of its characters and the way Colley explores themes of identity and belonging. The book’s intriguing plot and atmospheric prose have also been noted, making it a compelling read in the general fiction category.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781925760941

Publisher: Transit Lounge Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 May 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: Transit Lounge Publishing

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

Brendan Colley was born in South Africa. After graduating with a degree in education, he taught in the U.K. and Japan for eleven years before settling down in Australia in 2007. He lives in Hobart with his bookseller wife.