“I wanted to write you a story about magic. I wanted rabbits appearing from hats. I wanted balloons lifting you into the sky. It turned out to be nothing but sadness, war, heartbreak. You never saw it, but there’s a garden inside me.”
This novel delves into the complexities of human emotion and perception, using the metaphor of light boxes to symbolize the various facets of life and the human psyche. more
Shane Jones, born in 1980, is an acclaimed Australian novelist known for his unique narrative style and profound emotional expression. His works have won numerous literary awards and have gained widespread recognition both domestically and internationally. more
“We were as Hansel and Gretel and we ventured out into the black forest of the world.”
“the one for whom the sun shines.. -Ramses II”
“At least my happiness doesn't depend on Ron's goalkeeping ability.”