The Road to Chatto Creek

Memoir/Biography | Matt Chisholm | Allen & Unwin Book Publishers

The Road to Chatto Creek by Matt Chisholm is a candid memoir detailing his move to a small farm in Central Otago with his young family. Chisholm is well-known for his various TV roles (ie, previous host of Celebrity Treasure Island and current director of Nadia’s Farm) and his first book, Imposter, outlined his struggles with alcohol and depression. This latest work dives into the peaks and valleys of rural life. The narrative balances agricultural anecdotes with heart-warming family and community interactions offering a glimpse into Chisholm’s new life. While his colourful language and focus on the mechanics of farming may not appeal to everyone, overall, it’s a raw, humorous and hopeful tale of a fresh start down on the farm. (Reviewed by Fay Foster)