The Golden Age

Joan London's luminous novel set in a 1950s Perth polio convalescent home is a quiet masterpiece of Australian literature. Following young Frank Gold and a community of children rebuilding their lives, this is storytelling at its finest—tender, precise, and utterly absorbing. London captures post-war Australia with exquisite detail, weaving themes of resilience, first love, and the immigrant experience into something truly unforgettable. Perfect for readers who love character-driven literary fiction with heart and historical depth.