The Magpie Wing

Set against the backdrop of Sydney's western suburbs and inner-city scenes, "The Magpie Wing" follows Helen, Walt, and Duncan as they navigate the complexities of adulthood, seeking new identities and ways to escape their families' histories. From punk gigs to rugby fields and gentrifying pubs, the novel explores how diverse communities—underground music, sports, and political groups—are interconnected. Moving from the nineties to the present, Max Easton's debut offers a thoughtful look at youthful rebellion and the search for belonging.