In her latest novel, Michelle de Kretser intertwines personal memories of a young man's evacuation during WWII with reflections on the craft of storytelling. The narrative shifts from his childhood in Australia, including a guilt-laden incident involving a stolen ring, to a love triangle at Melbourne University in 1986. De Kretser openly addresses her struggles with writer's block, influenced by literary theorists and past authors, ultimately opting for a narrative style that embraces formlessness and the chaos of personal truth, which has defined her recent work.
De Kretser's exploration of her writer's block highlights the tension between traditional narrative forms and the chaotic nature of authentic storytelling, leading to innovative structures.
In her quest for a more truthful narrative form, de Kretser emphasizes the importance of embracing formlessness and mess, reflecting her desire to connect deeper with readers.
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