'Wood joins the ranks of writers such as Nora Ephron, Penelope Lively and Elizabeth Strout.' — The Guardian UK

To coincide with the exhibition, William Robinson: Numinous, we will be discussing Stone Yard Devotional by Charlotte Wood.

A deeply moving novel about forgiveness, grief, and what it means to be 'good', from the award-winning author of The Natural Way of Things and The Weekend.

A woman abandons her city life and marriage to return to the place of her childhood, holing up in a small religious community hidden away on the stark plains of the Monaro.

She does not believe in God, doesn't know what prayer is, and finds herself living this strange, reclusive life almost by accident. As she gradually adjusts to the rhythms of monastic life, she finds herself turning again and again to thoughts of her mother, whose early death she can't forget.

About Texta

Texta is no ordinary book club; it's for people who love art. We use fiction (mostly) to unpack the subjects, themes and emotions of art. Conversation is never colourless, and is facilitated by our Engagement Officer, Renae Belton and University Librarian Nicole Clark.

Texta is held throughout the year on Tuesday evenings. Purchase this title from the Bookshop at QUT Depot or listen via Audible.