Wild Fires

Wild Fires is a 2023 Fred Kerner Book Award for Fiction winner, a 2023 Toronto Book Award longlisted nominee, and a 2023 Rakuten Kobo Emerging Writer Prize finalist. It is a powerful meditation on memory and loss, crafted by a stunning new literary voice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 16 February 2023
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Winner of the 2023 Fred Kerner Book Award for Fiction, Longlisted for the 2023 Toronto Book Awards, and Finalist for the 2023 Rakuten Kobo Emerging Writer Prize, Wild Fires is a captivating exploration of grief and family secrets.

Cassandra Rampersad has always been curious about her family history, having overheard whispered conversations and written notes stashed away. When a death in the family forces her to return to Toronto, she sees it as an opportunity to finally uncover the secrets that no one else will talk about. However, unearthing the past proves to be a challenging task, as it has been hidden for so long. With each new revelation, Cassandra realizes that her family has a reason for their inability to grieve properly.

Wild Fires is a beautifully crafted novel that delves into the complexities of memory and loss. It is a testament to the power of storytelling and the ability of literature to shed light on the hidden corners of our lives. Through its vivid prose and intricate characters, the book offers a profound meditation on the nature of grief and the ways in which it can shape our families and ourselves.

In conclusion, Wild Fires is a must-read for anyone who has ever experienced loss or struggled with the complexities of family relationships. It is a beautifully written novel that will leave you thinking and feeling long after you have turned the last page.

Weight: 222g
Dimension: 128 x 198 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008380373