The Sun Walks Down
The Sun Walks Down
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Brief
352
Novel • Fiction
South Australia • 1880s
2022
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Sun Walks Down by Fiona McFarlane is set in 19th-century rural Australia. It centers around the search for a missing child amidst a diverse community, exploring themes of colonialism, identity, and human connection. The novel highlights personal stories and cultural tensions in an evocative historical landscape.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
5,665 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Sun Walks Down by Fiona McFarlane captivates with its vivid Australian landscape and rich character exploration. Critiques highlight its atmospheric tension and historical depth, though some find the pacing uneven. McFarlane's prose shines, providing an immersive experience that both engages and challenges readers.
Who Should Read The Sun Walks Down?
Lovers of rich historical fiction will relish The Sun Walks Down by Fiona McFarlane. Fans of Kate Grenville’s The Secret River and Hannah Kent’s Burial Rites will enjoy this intricate exploration of colonial Australia, wrapped in a suspenseful narrative about community and isolation.
5,665 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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352
Novel • Fiction
South Australia • 1880s
2022
Adult
18+ years
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