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Christian White is an Australian author and screenwriter born in the Mornington Peninsula. His second novel, The Wife and the Widow, was released in September 2019 in Australia and January 2020 in the US. It became an instant bestseller and won the 2020 Ned Kelly Award for Best Crime Fiction. Christian co-created the television series Clickbait, with Tony Ayres (The Slap), which went straight to number one on Netflix in 41 countries, including Australia, the US and the UK.
Set on a quiet island in the dead of winter, The Wife and the Widow is a gripping mystery/thriller told from two perspectives. Kate is a widow struggling with her grief, which deepens when she uncovers startling secrets about her late husband's hidden life. Meanwhile, Abby, an island local, is forced to confront the possibility that her husband may be a murderer, turning her world upside down.
As the story unfolds, both women are forced to reckon with the shocking truths about the men they loved. But on this isolated island, nothing is quite what it seems. Only by coming together can Kate and Abby uncover the full story – and the dark secrets that bind them all.
Both Kate and Abby must navigate the emotional turmoil of losing their husbands, though in different ways – one to death, the other to the potential revelation of a horrific crime. The novel examines how grief shapes their identities and their perceptions of the men they loved.
Central to the story is the theme of hidden truths. Both women uncover shocking secrets about their husbands, forcing them to grapple with feelings of betrayal and the unsettling realization that their relationships were built
on lies.
As the women’s understanding of their husbands unravels, they are forced to question their own identities and the trust they placed in those closest to them. The novel probes how much we truly know about the people we love.
The story also raises questions about justice and the lengths people will go to uncover the truth. It explores moral ambiguity, as the characters must decide what is right in the face of shocking revelations and difficult choices.
Set on a remote island, the novel emphasizes the theme of isolation – both physical and emotional. The harsh, wintery landscape mirrors the characters’ sense of loneliness and the feeling that they are cut off from the world as they uncover disturbing truths.
Coming to terms with a challenging truth can be painful, but it’s also an opportunity for growth. Facing the truth, no matter how difficult, allows us to see things clearly and make peace with the past. Honesty, with ourselves and others, is the first step
toward healing.
Justice is rarely black and white. It often depends on perspective, emotions, and the situation. I believe the "right" way to seek justice should involve understanding, fairness, and empathy – trying to do what’s right for everyone involved while considering the consequences.
Isolation can make everything feel more intense – pain, fear, even hope – because you’re left alone with your thoughts. It can be overwhelming, but it can also provide clarity. The key is finding ways to stay connected to others, even when you feel alone, because support can make all the difference.
Letting go of the past is never easy, but it’s a chance to start fresh. People find a new identity by focusing on what they value most and by being kind to themselves. It’s about accepting what’s happened and looking forward, even if the path ahead is uncertain.
I hope readers see that everyone has secrets and struggles, but no matter how lost or isolated you feel, there’s always a way forward. The novel is about resilience and finding strength in unexpected places, and I hope it offers a sense of hope and connection.
No matter what you’re going through, keep moving forward. The past doesn’t define you – what matters is what you do next. Be honest with yourself, take small steps, and trust that even in the darkest moments, there’s always a way to rebuild.
Christian White is an Australian author and screenwriter born in the Mornington Peninsula. His second novel, The Wife and the Widow, was released in September 2019 in Australia and January 2020 in the US. It became an instant bestseller and won the 2020 Ned Kelly Award for Best Crime Fiction. Christian co-created the television series Clickbait, with Tony Ayres (The Slap), which went straight to number one on Netflix in 41 countries, including Australia, the US and the UK.
Set on a quiet island in the dead of winter, The Wife and the Widow is a gripping mystery/thriller told from two perspectives. Kate is a widow struggling with her grief, which deepens when she uncovers startling secrets about her late husband's hidden life. Meanwhile, Abby, an island local, is forced to confront the possibility that her husband may be a murderer, turning her world upside down.
As the story unfolds, both women are forced to reckon with the shocking truths about the men they loved. But on this isolated island, nothing is quite what it seems. Only by coming together can Kate and Abby uncover the full story – and the dark secrets that bind them all.
Both Kate and Abby must navigate the emotional turmoil of losing their husbands, though in different ways – one to death, the other to the potential revelation of a horrific crime. The novel examines how grief shapes their identities and their perceptions of the men they loved.
Central to the story is the theme of hidden truths. Both women uncover shocking secrets about their husbands, forcing them to grapple with feelings of betrayal and the unsettling realization that their relationships were built
on lies.
As the women’s understanding of their husbands unravels, they are forced to question their own identities and the trust they placed in those closest to them. The novel probes how much we truly know about the people we love.
The story also raises questions about justice and the lengths people will go to uncover the truth. It explores moral ambiguity, as the characters must decide what is right in the face of shocking revelations and difficult choices.
Set on a remote island, the novel emphasizes the theme of isolation – both physical and emotional. The harsh, wintery landscape mirrors the characters’ sense of loneliness and the feeling that they are cut off from the world as they uncover disturbing truths.
Coming to terms with a challenging truth can be painful, but it’s also an opportunity for growth. Facing the truth, no matter how difficult, allows us to see things clearly and make peace with the past. Honesty, with ourselves and others, is the first step
toward healing.
Justice is rarely black and white. It often depends on perspective, emotions, and the situation. I believe the "right" way to seek justice should involve understanding, fairness, and empathy – trying to do what’s right for everyone involved while considering the consequences.
Isolation can make everything feel more intense – pain, fear, even hope – because you’re left alone with your thoughts. It can be overwhelming, but it can also provide clarity. The key is finding ways to stay connected to others, even when you feel alone, because support can make all the difference.
Letting go of the past is never easy, but it’s a chance to start fresh. People find a new identity by focusing on what they value most and by being kind to themselves. It’s about accepting what’s happened and looking forward, even if the path ahead is uncertain.
I hope readers see that everyone has secrets and struggles, but no matter how lost or isolated you feel, there’s always a way forward. The novel is about resilience and finding strength in unexpected places, and I hope it offers a sense of hope and connection.
No matter what you’re going through, keep moving forward. The past doesn’t define you – what matters is what you do next. Be honest with yourself, take small steps, and trust that even in the darkest moments, there’s always a way to rebuild.
In Sydney in May 2024, Damien Linnane (editor of the prison magazine Paper Chained) held an exhibition of art by people in prison around the world. Linnane managed to obtain over 100 artworks from currently and formerly incarcerated people in eight different countries.
After running Australia’s first ever international prison art exhibition in Sydney in May last year, it was great to be able to finally tour the works to another city. We plan to bring the art to a new city each year.
Songs Inside received the Audience Award at the Adelaide Film Festival and Documentary Australia Award at the Sydney Film Festival. It’s touring around the country.
The 2024 Paris Olympics started with a splash (literally). The Opening Ceremony featured 90 boats, filled with country teams waving flags, all floating down a rainy river Seine, as the crowd of 300,000 cheered from the riverbanks.
A collection of sports news from the past month, including Brisbane possibly being our new sporting capital, Aussie women finding lots of wins in Cricket and loutish crowd behaviour marring the Ryder Cup.
We’re Bull Press. We make games – conversational tabletop games – for a prison environment. Most of us have spent time in prison, and we’re based in the USA.
Prison is a noisy place, yet at Risdon Prison, in Tasmania – nestled near bushland and close to the Risdon Brook Dam – the sounds of nature still break through. Despite the din, the calls of native birds are unmistakable.
A new children’s book addresses the incarceration of parents. It’s titled My Dad’s Gone Away and was written by Andrew Krakouer and Jacqueline Dinan.
Help keep the momentum going. All donations will be vital in providing an essential resource for people in prison and their loved ones.
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Help us get About Time off the ground. All donations are tax deductible and will be vital in providing an essential resource for people in prison and their loved ones.
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