Carousel

Trapped in a giant shopping centre should be the dream. They have everything they need, except a way out.

Nox is an arts graduate wondering what to do with his life. Taylor and Lizzy are famous indie musicians, and Rocky works the checkouts at Target.

When they find themselves trapped in a giant shopping centre, they eat fast food, watch bad TV and wait for the mess to be sorted. But when days turn into weeks, a sense of menace grows.

PRAISE FOR THE BOOK

‘…rereleased for the post-pandemic reader and poses some big questions about how we cope with social isolation, lockdown, change and adversity.’ Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA)

‘Carousel by Brendan Ritchie is an interesting and imaginative dystopian novel.’ Ic3

‘This is a lively and imaginative novel about consumerism, youth, art, isolation, entrapment and survival, the sort of thing that might happen if Kafka wrote a script for Big Brother.’ Sydney Morning Herald

‘Thought-provoking and addictive.’ Magpies; ‘Ritchie writes with insight and casual elegance, managing to create a work that … is rich and moving.’ Westerly Magazine

‘Ritchie has written a unique, modern tale aimed at the younger generation.’ MC Reviews

‘An absorbing young adult read with a dark edge.’ Aussie Reviews

‘To sum this book up in two words: Wow. What?’ Belle’s Beautiful Books

‘A fascinating insight into the human heart and mind.’ Lamont Books

‘ … a suspense-filled young adult novel like no other.’ DeeScribe Writing

‘This novel is a great character study of how people deal with isolation and containment. A slow burning YA thriller.’ Tim’s Bookshop