In a Common Hour

In a Common Hour by Sita Walker is a General Fiction title available in paperback book format. Sometimes the most important lessons are learnt at lunchtime Parks State High is a melting pot of misfits. There is Oliver Fish, the teen philosopher hiding a secret relationship; Dev Patel, hopelessly in love with the brilliant Maryam Fadel; and a staffroom thick with gossip, camaraderie and burntout teachers. At the centre of it all is well-loved teacher, Paul Bush. But when a disgruntled student makes a devastating move - one lunchtime is all it takes for Bushie's life to change forever. With a cast of unforgettable characters, In a Common Hour is a smart, funny and wise novel that shows us all the ways we are connected. PRAISE FOR IN A COMMON HOUR ‘I read this in a gulp. In a Common Hour marks the arrival of a major new talent. Sita Walker makes me fall in love with reading all over again.' - Nikki Gemmel, author of Wing ‘Walker's novel is unputdownable. I was charmed, moved, and so sorry to close the covers.' - Sharlene Allsopp, author of The Great Undoing

Ideal for readers interested in general fiction.