From an episode of BreakfastersPresented by Daniel Burt, Nat Harris and Monique Sebire

Interview

Breakfasters: Secrets, Suspense and Surprises with Christian White’s New Novel

Christian White, acclaimed author and screenwriter, joins the Breakfasters to discuss his latest novel, The Ledge. Known for his award-winning debut, The Nowhere Child, Christian has garnered praise for his gripping storytelling.

In The Ledge, a group of childhood friends must confront a long-held secret when human remains are discovered in a forest, triggering a haunting reflection on their past. Christian describes the book as a “love letter” to the films and novels that shaped him as a teenager, emphasising its deeply personal nature: “Writing this felt much more personal than writing my other books.”

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