Super Short Summary

Past the Shallows by Favel Parrett centers on two young brothers, Miles and Harry, growing up in a small Tasmanian fishing village under the care of their violent and abusive father, following the death of their mother in a car accident. As they cope with their harsh environment and their father's cruelty, they find brief solace in their relationship with their older brother, Joe, and a kind local man named George. Topics include family violence and neglect.