So Close to Home

Eighteen-year-old Aaron is a charismatic but troubled young man battling heroin addiction and homelessness on the streets of South Melbourne. As he seeks ways to fund his habits, he becomes entangled in risky relationships that bring past traumas to the surface, revealing dangerous consequences. This gritty, emotionally charged novel delves into themes of vulnerability, power, and trust, prompting reflection on the fragile nature of reliance and survival.