The Shark Net: Library Edition

from dazzyj

An expertly crafted memoir that weaves the coming of age of the author with the loss of innocence of the small coastal city in which he grew up. Captures the essence of Perth, Western Australia (both then and now) better than any other book I know of.

from KalaReadwines

I originally read this book 7+ years ago when I emigrated to Perth. It was interesting but did not have any significant affect on me at the time. Now reading it all these years later when I have so many more points of reference it has been totally different. Well written and keeping my attention ...

from francescadefreitas

This isn't exactly a linear biography, more of a collection of vignettes from the life of a boy growing up in Perth in the 1950s. It was delightful - conveying the colours, sounds and smells of a city at the edge of the world.

from cab

Enjoying the build up to the story, the style of writing.

from mbmackay

Memoir of growing up in Perth. Lovely writing! One to keep & enjoy again. Read July 2004