A Language of Limbs

A Language of Limbs is a captivating novel that explores the complex facets of love, identity, and community in 1970s Australia. The story unfolds in Newcastle, where two teenage girls face a pivotal choice: should they give in to their queer desires or suppress them? Through alternating chapters, the different life paths of the protagonists are traced as they intersect at a crucial moment in their youth. While one flees to a queer-friendly home in Sydney, the other remains trapped in the confines of her dreams. The novel highlights the challenges and joys associated with discovering one's identity and illustrates how love and community can flourish even in the darkest times. With poetic prose that captures the characters' emotions, A Language of Limbs offers a profound and touching read.