This second novel by Melbourne-based author, Edward Shergold, continues the journey of the Moritz family’s settlement in their newly adopted country of Australia, first told in his debut novel, Jupiter.
This story follows the departure of Appius and Johanna, parents of the central character, Isaac, in the first novel, from the farm to the city. His father, Ezekiel, the patriarch of the family, has found work for Appius with his Romanian friend, Alexandru Balan.
In a move consistent with their ancient beliefs, Ezekiel and Grand Uncle Felix, the family oracle, have decided that Appius’ infant son, Ignatius, be given away to the care of a relation or family friend. The baby’s disabilities are the cause for such a determination.
Johanna is in the early stages of pregnancy with their second child, a boy named Isaiah, who is the subject of a battle for his soul, a story of reincarnation involving two assailants seeking return to life on earth.
Johanna is in the early stages of pregnancy with their second child, a boy named Isaiah, who is the subject of a battle for his soul, a story of reincarnation involving two assailants seeking return to life on earth.
Isaiah, and the Price of Infamy
In the months leading to the birth of her baby, Isaiah, his mother is tormented by haunting visions and the dangers they reveal for the welfare of her son.In the crucial moments before his birth, Isaiah is confronted by the choices in the battle for his soul.Beyond the doorway into the light that ha...
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