The Norseman's Song
Joel Deane

'This is beautifully written crime noir by a writer in total command of his craft. A gripping, yet lyrical, read.' - BIG ISSUEAn ancient man without a past hails a taxi driven by a petty criminal with no future.Reluctantly, the pair embarks on a journey in search of a legendary whaler and murderer known only as the Norseman. This is a one-way trip - but who's taking who for a ride?The Norseman's Song is a stylish blend of gothic mystery and modern crime noir. Evoking the spirit of Joseph Conrad and Edgar Allan Poe, Joel Deane creates a violent and lyrical vision of contemporary Australia with the pace and energy of a road movie and the haunting atmosphere of a nightmare.