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The World Beneath
- Narrated by: Julie Nihill
- Length: 12 hrs and 2 mins
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The World Beneath
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Publisher's Summary
Once, Rich and Sandy were environmental activists, part of a world-famous blockade in Tasmania to save the wilderness. Now, 25 years later, they have both settled into the uncomfortable compromises of middle age – although they’ve gone about it in very different ways. About the only thing they have in common these days is their 15-year-old daughter, Sophie. When the perennially restless Rich decides to take Sophie, whom he hardly knows, on a trek into the Tasmanian wilderness, his overconfidence and her growing disillusion with him set off a chain of events that no one could have predicted. Instead of respect, Rich finds antagonism in his relationship with Sophie; and in the vast landscape he once felt an affinity with, he encounters nothing but disorientation and fear. Ultimately, all three characters will learn that if they are to survive, each must traverse not only the secret territories that lie between them but also those within themselves.
Editorial reviews
In Tasmania, two former environmental activists find themselves settled into middle age with a 15-year-old daughter. But a father-daughter trek in the outback leads to some hard discoveries for all involved. In the end, these three characters must do some serious soul searching if they are to come together. Australian Actress Julie Nihill is a voice worth hearing. Her tone is full of warmth and security, like a fire on a snowy day. She handles youthful characters and older ones with ease. It's no wonder Booklist gave The World Beneath a starred review.
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- Kerena McLaren
- 29-05-2024
What it is to be human and vulnerable!
Such insight and sensitivity into ALL that Cate has explored and exposed in this, incredibly, her first novel!
Her rich, raw, honest and confronting style of character introduction had my husband and I totally engaged immediately.
We began listening during a self-drive ‘exploration’ of Tasmania. I had read the back cover in a ‘tourist’ shop.
It seemed a fitting choice having just visited Cradle Mountain.
We had wondered, considered and discussed the motivation and outcomes for those we knew and didn’t know, who had committed themselves to the arduous but exhilarating challenge of the Overland Trail.
Cate has captured and shared so much in this compelling and exposing tale.
I look forward to more from her.
Julie Nihill was an outstanding presenter.
I found a 0.9 speed worked better for me.
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