The Godwits Fly | 
pickI picked this because I'm trying to read more books written by NZers and also because Iris Wilkinson's life fascinates me - it is so tragic. This novel is close to her life and the narrative is overwhelmed at times by dream and memory and poetry. But that's why it's so special. She writes so beautifully, so originally. Hugely descriptive and thoughtful - a lot about the tragedy of being a woman and not fitting the mold of the time.
Centique An important note - it's sad that like most books written by white NZers in the 1930s, Maori are almost invisible in this novel. There are a couple of instances of racist language too. Necessary to know that as a portrait of NZ in the 30s, this is lacking in that respect. 8y
LeahBergen #PersephoneBooks. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 8y
Centique @LeahBergen yes they're great aren't they? I can feel a collection coming on for my bookshelves! 8y
quirkyreader I got this one as a Christmas gift to myself. 8y
Centique @quirkyreader oh I hope you love it. I think it makes it special knowing how close to her own life it is 😍 8y