Wonders of a Godless World (27 page)

‘McGahan is a fabulous writer, not only because of the quality of his writing but also because of his courage as an artist.’

Sydney Morning Herald

‘An impressively sustained feat of imagination.’

Australian Book Review

‘The writing rises to invigorating heights.’

Sunday Tasmanian

‘Brilliantly researched and plotted, intellectually stimulating and rewarding…there are also plenty of moments where the reader is drawn anxiously to the page – or more accurately – unwilling to even
close
the page and so miss the possibilities poised to erupt. Like the thundering volcano that features heavily in the lives of its characters,
Wonders of a Godless World
is sure to awaken the senses of anyone who cares to dip into its explosive pages.’

Australian Women Online

‘I was totally swept up by the passion and energy of McGahan’s writing, the hint of something truly profound lurking within the narrative…I’ll be recommending it to as many people as possible.’

Canberra Times

‘This book is totally unexpected and you won’t be able to put it down. It’s a thriller, an environmental plea, a book about madness, mind control, nature, space travel and just what it means to live forever. If you’re looking to escape the mundane, I recommend you pick up a copy of this book and dive into McGahan’s astonishing imagination.’

Readings.com

‘This story blew my mind. Plain and simple. This book was engaging from start to finish, with twists, turns and a series of intriguing sub-plots. A roller-coaster ride into the imagination.’

The Southlands Times, New Zealand

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First published in Australia by Allen & Unwin 2009

Copyright © Andrew McGahan 2009

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This novel is entirely a work of fiction. The names, characters and incidents portrayed in it are the work of the author’s imagination. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, events or localities is entirely coincidental.

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