An Accidental Terrorist

When Kelvin returns to his home town on the southern coast of New South Wales he finds himself drawn to a community back in the hills. He meets Jessica, a would-be writer who has escaped the city, and her enigmatic neighbour, Carl. Both are pursuing new lives inspired by the extraordinary landscape around them.

As his relationship with Jessica intensifies Kelvin is caught up by some of the more radical elements in the community. No-one, however, is quite who they seem, and Kelvin makes a decision that will have devastating consequences for all of them. Deep in the southern forests, the story builds to a dramatic climax.

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‘ A gripping, sensuous and at times breathtaking work,’
The Sydney Morning Herald.

‘ A well-crafted and enticingly paced novel, that gets under the skin of a deeply entrenched
social and environmental problem.’
The Canberra Times.

‘ Lang’s first novel presages a strong literary career.’
The Weekend Australian.

‘ Exhibits the health of Australian fiction in the new millenium.’
The Bulletin/Newsweek.

‘ A slow burn thriller engaged with contemporary issues … hypnotically written and engaging.’
Australian Bookseller and Publisher.

‘ Lang skilfully ratchets up the tension in the second half, leading to a genuinely thrilling
climax in which the various undercurrents of the novel, both personal and political, converge
... a fine debut.’
The Age