The Rattler & Other Stories

This entertaining collection includes a romp of a novella called <i>The Rattler</i>, as well as short stories and micro fictions all set in and around contemporary Melbourne. Sometimes serious, sometimes seriously playful – always written in breathtakingly beautiful prose – these stories uncover the heartbreaking tragedies, slow-burning emotions and serendipity of ordinary lives.<br /> <br />* Cover endorsement from acclaimed Australian authors, Paddy O'Reilly and Ryan O'Neill and award-winning UK author, Vanessa Gebbie.<br />* The Rattler &amp; other stories are written with the wonder and the wit of Peter Carey and Jonathan Franzen.<br />* A S Patric is an exciting new Australian talent.<br />* Cover and evocative sketches by talented artist, Miles Allinson.