Langside

by Chris Walter

Set in the working poor district of West Central Winnipeg, Langside shines a harsh light on the many problems facing inner city residents. Pressured to join the local gang but unwilling to do so, thirteen year old Sky struggles to adapt to the world of guns and drugs around him. Meanwhile, opposing gangs eager to capitalize on the growing demand for crystal meth are on the verge of open warfare. As Sky’s alcoholic parents try to keep the family afloat and a pair of mismatched cops attempt to deal with the rising violence, the story races towards a breathless conclusion that will keep readers in suspense until the last moment. Despite Sky’s prominence as a central character, the book is not aimed at the youth market and is geared more towards adults. Bold and brazen, yet often darkly humourous, Langside is a fast paced snapshot of urban life, both tragic and hopeful, and poignant without being bleak.

Genres: Fiction

226 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2006

Reviews

[Whitney · Rating 4 out of 5]

Langside is a bit different from the other books I've read by Chris Walter. I didn't find it quite as gritty as other novels but still more so than most authors! I really enjoyed Sky as a main character even though he seemed somewhat stupid at times. I didn't know what to think of the conclusion... Somewhat unrealistic but I loved the twist and the raw emotions that it evoked in me.

[Andy Pandy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Winnipeg turned Vancouver punk Chris Walter gets it right.

[Lester · Rating 4 out of 5]

Today was a reading day..and this book kept me reading until I finished it!!

RAW..raw life. That is my review of this book!

[Michael · Rating 5 out of 5]

loved it, mr. walter is a great writer