Vortex

Winner of the 2025 Age Book of the Year, Vortex by Rodney Hall is a richly imagined novel set in 1954 that explores a moment when history is in flux, blending real events with swirling, chance encounters. Against the backdrop of Queen Elizabeth II's visit to Brisbane, the story delves into the unseen forces shaping the future behind closed doors, resonating with contemporary concerns and crafted with vivid, luminous prose. Celebrated for its beauty and depth, the book offers an immersive and generous literary experience by one of Australia's foremost authors.