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OverviewWe're sitting there with matching milkshakes, Sasha and me, and somehow, things aren't going like I always thought they would. We're face to face under 24-hour fluorescents with the thoroughly unromantic buzz of aircon in our ears and endless flabby wedges of seated trucker's arsecrack as our only visual stimulus. In a dead-end town like Barwen a girl has only got to be a little different to feel like a freak. And Clancy, a typical sixteen-year-old misfit with a moderately dysfunctional family, a genuine interest in Nature Club and a major crush on the local hot girl, is packing a capital F. As the summer begins, Clancy's dad is involved in a road smash that kills two local teenagers. While the family is dealing with the reaction of a hostile town, Clancy meets someone who could possibly—at last—become a friend. Not only that, the unattainable Sasha starts to show what may be a romantic interest. In short, this is the summer when Clancy has to figure out who the hell she is. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Christopher CurriePublisher: Text Publishing Imprint: The Text Publishing Company Dimensions: Width: 12.90cm , Height: 2.20cm , Length: 19.80cm Weight: 0.272kg ISBN: 9781925240405ISBN 10: 1925240401 Pages: 1 Publication Date: 16 November 2015 Recommended Age: From 14 years Audience: Young adult , Teenage / Young adult Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviews'Clancy of the Undertow is a beautiful story...It's about the importance of fitting in or, failing that, finding someone to not fit in with.' Books & Publishing 'Clancy of the Undertow is a beautiful story...It's about the importance of fitting in or, failing that, finding someone to not fit in with.' Books & Publishing '[A] starkly realist depiction of life for teenagers who feel at odds with the small towns in which they live. Clancy's biting sense of humour will have readers laughing despite some heavy themes.' Readings 'Currie's storytelling reminded me of Robert Drewe and Raymond Carver...Currie may not have consciously set out to write a YA novel-but I'm glad he found 15-year-old Clancy, and I hope he comes back to this readership who will welcome any new words from him with open arms.' Alpha Reader 'A beautiful cover is matched by terrific story-telling in this coming-of-age story of the smart and funny, Clancy. Funny and heartfelt and perfect for the over 15s.' Book Birdy 'Clancy of the Undertow demanded a slow, savoured read.' Alpha Reader, Favourite Books of 2015 'A compelling coming-of-age story set in a dead-end Queensland town that's imbued with warmth, empathy and real wit...Currie has a talent for keeping his writing real. From the dialogue to narration, Clancy of the Undertow blends the excruciation, confusion and hope of being a teenager into a novel that will pull in readers of any age.' Guardian 'A shining example of the power of Young Adult literature...No matter what age you are, read it, it's wonderful and engaging and I could hardly bear to put it down to go to work.' Incredible Rambling Emily 'A terrific YA book with lots of appeal. Clancy is a completely believable character, a smart, confused, tomboyish teenager who's struggling to find her identity...An excellent read with plenty of humour.' Herald Sun 'This brand spanking new Australian novel has been mentioned in hushed tones alongside adolescent stalwart To Kill A Mockingbird. A better, almost equally impressive, comparison would be Jasper Jones.' Weekly Review 'Christopher Currie has captured the spirit of an Australian teen struggling to find her feet within judgmental, small town prejudice. Anyone having grown up in Australia will see themselves within Clancy's plight. She's relatable, likeable and an incredible young woman who lends her voice to the underdog of our nation.' Diva Booknerds 'Currie has created a slightly snarky, yet endearing voice in Clancy, perfectly capturing the confusion, heartbreak and excitement of being on the cusp of adulthood...This is a coming of age story that is gritty and raw.' Kids Bookshop 'So real it hurts...All the Aussie references are just ace.' Dolly 'Clancy of the Undertow is a beautiful story...It's about the importance of fitting in or, failing that, finding someone to not fit in with.' Books & Publishing '[A] starkly realist depiction of life for teenagers who feel at odds with the small towns in which they live. Clancy's biting sense of humour will have readers laughing despite some heavy themes.' Readings 'Currie's storytelling reminded me of Robert Drewe and Raymond Carver...Currie may not have consciously set out to write a YA novel-but I'm glad he found 15-year-old Clancy, and I hope he comes back to this readership who will welcome any new words from him with open arms.' Alpha Reader 'A beautiful cover is matched by terrific story-telling in this coming-of-age story of the smart and funny, Clancy. Funny and heartfelt and perfect for the over 15s.' Book Birdy 'Clancy of the Undertow demanded a slow, savoured read.' Alpha Reader, Favourite Books of 2015 'A compelling coming-of-age story set in a dead-end Queensland town that's imbued with warmth, empathy and real wit...Currie has a talent for keeping his writing real. From the dialogue to narration, Clancy of the Undertow blends the excruciation, confusion and hope of being a teenager into a novel that will pull in readers of any age.' Guardian 'A shining example of the power of Young Adult literature...No matter what age you are, read it, it's wonderful and engaging and I could hardly bear to put it down to go to work.' Incredible Rambling Emily 'A terrific YA book with lots of appeal. Clancy is a completely believable character, a smart, confused, tomboyish teenager who's struggling to find her identity...An excellent read with plenty of humour.' Herald Sun 'This brand spanking new Australian novel has been mentioned in hushed tones alongside adolescent stalwart To Kill A Mockingbird. A better, almost equally impressive, comparison would be Jasper Jones.' Weekly Review 'Christopher Currie has captured the spirit of an Australian teen struggling to find her feet within judgmental, small town prejudice. Anyone having grown up in Australia will see themselves within Clancy's plight. She's relatable, likeable and an incredible young woman who lends her voice to the underdog of our nation.' Diva Booknerds Author InformationChristopher Currie is a writer and bookseller from Brisbane, whose fiction has appeared in anthologies and journals internationally. His first book, a novel for adults called The Ottoman Motel, was shortlisted for the Commonwealth Book Prize and the Queensland Literary Awards in 2012. Clancy of the Undertow is his first novel for young adults. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |