The incredible here and now

The incredible here and now

by Felicity Castagna

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A poignant coming of age story about cars, boys and growing up too fast. Traversing the streets of Western Sydney, from the North Parramatta Maccas carpark to to Council pool and Granville Charcoal Chicken. The Incredible Here and Now follows the story of Michael, a gifted writer who lives in the shadow of his older brother, Dom. The biggest guy in the school. Best car in the West. The guy who just can't help but grab everyone's attention. When Dom is gone, Michael roams the streets trying to navigate life, friendship, love and family. "That's what West is: shiny cars and loud things, people coming, people going-movement. Those who don't know any better, they come in to the neighbourhood and lock their windows and drive on through, never stopping before they get somewhere else."

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    How does the unique setting of Western Sydney—its specific landmarks, culture, and reputation—function almost as a character in the novel, and how does it shape Michael's worldview compared to those who only pass through?

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    In what ways does living in the shadow of his older brother, Dom, both constrain and define Michael's identity before the tragedy, and how does he begin to untangle his own sense of self afterward?

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    Castagna writes in a lyrical, vignette-driven style rather than a traditional linear narrative. How does this poetic structure affect the pacing of the story and your emotional connection to Michael's grief and daily life?

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