Andrew Paterson is a medical doctor. He was brought up and currently lives and works in Far North Queensland, where Rainfish is set. He has a graduate diploma in Creative Writing from the University of Melbourne.
'I was swept away by this stunning, swampy tale of the loneliness that comes with a guilty conscience. An absolutely unforgettable book.' * Carly Nugent, author of The Peacock Detectives * 'A wonderful, gutsy story about boyhood, teeming with tenderness and heart.' * Robert Newton * 'Rainfish is one of those books you don't want to end but at the same time do, only to be sure the story concludes the way you hoped it would.' * Books+Publishing * 'I could really relate to Aaron's feelings of guilt in this story. The writing really made you feel like you were there.' * Amelia (Age 11) * 'I could relate to the moment when Aaron's brother got sick. I have felt that kind of worry before.' * Eva (Age 11) * 'I love the description and flow of the story. Full of adventure and guilt - a totally relatable tale.' * Elaina (Age 11) * 'I love how Aaron feels guilty - it puts a bit of realism into the story.' * Vicky (Age 11) * 'I really enjoyed the descriptions of how Aaron was feeling. I also really liked all of the characters.' * Zahli (Age 11) * 'I liked the colour and the cover art. I also liked the creativity of the book and the way it used newspaper articles to help tell the story.' * Kara (age 12) * 'Rainfish is one of the most impactful middle-grade novels I've read. It authentically demonstrates the realities of conformity and trying to fit in as you're discovering who you are...a delightful middle-grade novel exploring childhood innocence, and a warm and humorous portrayal of a young boy trying to undo an impulsive mistake. I was drawn to the way Paterson portrays the complex in a beautifully simplistic way, making it impactful yet digestible for readers aged 10+. I couldn't recommend it more.' * Better Reading Kids *