Out this week

MOVIE BOY ERASED

When Jared Eamon (Lucas Hedges), the son of a Southern Baptist minister, is outed as gay, he is faced with an ultimatum: attend a conversion therapy program to treat his sexual identity or be permanently exiled. The flick stars an impressive Aussie line-up including Russell Crowe and Nicole Kidman, as well as director Joel Edgerton. Don't forget your tissues! IN CINEMAS Thursday

BOOK THE PEARL THIEF by Fiona Mcintosh

Celebrating the release of her 36th novel, this could be the bestselling author's best work yet! Set on the cusp of World War II, Severine Kassel is the story's powerful heroine who is determined to overcome her traumatic past and find love and hope amid a time dominated by hate. OUT NOW (Penguin Random House, $32.99)

MUSIC ANDREA BOCELLI

Global superstar tenor Andrea Bocelli has enlisted a group of stellar duet partners for his new album Si. His first offering of new material in 14 years, it includes collaborations with Ed Sheeran, Dua Lipa and even Andrea's son Mathew Bocelli. Fans definitely won't be disappointed. CD OUT NOW $19.99