07 Jul Book Review of 7 1/2

Reflections on 7 1/2 by Christos Tsiolkas: Beauty and Complexity Interwoven There’s something irresistible about 7 1/2, the latest work from Christos Tsiolkas, that had me eager to dive in. Perhaps it’s the audacious concept: a semi-fictionalized version of Tsiolkas himself, venturing into a writing retreat while wrestling with the very essence of art and beauty amidst chaos. As a reader who often grapples with the intersection of personal identity and the broader political landscape, I felt drawn to explore how this novel would tackle such daunting themes. 7 1/2...