The Half Life of Stars, by Louise Wener (Hodder & Stoughton, $36.99): Continuing on her successful move from singer to writer, Louise Wener has come up with another delightful novel. The Half Life of Stars is the story of loss and…
Month: August 2006
History lessons
Disputed Histories, by Tony Ballantyne and Brian Moloughney (Otago University Press, $49.95): While there is growing interest in New Zealand’s history there are few genuine debates about the topic. This book brings together leading historians seeking to disrupt conventional reading…