About the Author

Emma Viskic was formerly a classical clarinettist whose musical career ranged from performing with José Carreras and Dame Kiri Te Kanawa to busking for beer money in St Kilda. Emma’s critically acclaimed Caleb Zelic novels have been published worldwide. The series has won numerous prizes, including a Ned Kelly Award and an unprecedented five Davitt Awards. Her debut novel, Resurrection Bay, was shortlisted for the UK’s prestigious Gold Dagger and New Blood Awards, and a Barry Award in the US. Emma learned Auslan in order to create the character of Caleb, who is profoundly deaf.