Scrublands
Scrublands
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Riversend, Australia • 2010s
2018
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Chris Hammer's Scrublands follows a journalist who travels to a small Australian town to investigate a year-old mass shooting by a local priest. As the journalist delves deeper, he uncovers hidden secrets and simmering tensions within the community, challenging his perceptions and unearthing unexpected truths.
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Review Roundup
Scrublands by Chris Hammer is a gripping crime thriller set in a drought-stricken Australian town. Reviewers praise its vivid landscape descriptions, intricate plot, and compelling protagonist. However, some critics note the pacing can be uneven, with a dense narrative that may overwhelm. Overall, it’s acclaimed for its atmospheric tension and strong sense of place.
Who Should Read Scrublands?
Fans of gripping Australian noir will relish Scrublands by Chris Hammer. Ideal for readers of Jane Harper’s The Dry and Michael Connelly’s crime novels, it offers a mix of atmospheric settings, complex character studies, and suspenseful plot twists, appealing to those who enjoy intense, character-driven mysteries.
45,564 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Riversend, Australia • 2010s
2018
Adult
18+ years
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