The Inlet is a beautifully written novel that explores the complexities of family relationships, tragic loss, and the power of redemption. Set against the backdrop of a small coastal town in Australia, the novel follows the lives of three generations of women as they each grapple with their own pain and struggles. While the story is at times heart-wrenching, the author's lyrical prose and deeply nuanced characterizations make for a truly captivating read. In the end, The Inlet is a poignant tale of love, loss, and the enduring power of human connection.

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• Singapore Literature Prize Nominee for English Fiction (2014)

A young female Chinese national drowns in a private swimming pool in a wealthy enclave on a resort island just off the Singapore mainland. The house where she is found belongs to one of the wealthiest property developers in Singapore. The ripple effects on everyone affected by the incident – the investigating offi cer, the homeowner and his nephew, the girl’s family – are examined from their point of view. Based loosely on a true incident, The Inlet explores the social and cultural changes that have washed over Singapore society in recent years.

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