About the Book: There were a dozen witnesses to Denny Tran’s brutal murder in a busy Sydney restaurant. So how come no one saw anything? ‘Just let him go.’ Those are words Ky Tran will forever regret. The words she spoke when her parents called to ask if they should let her younger brother Denny … Continue reading Book Review: All That’s Left Unsaid by Tracey Lien
Colonial Australia
Book Review: Devotion by Hannah Kent
About the Book: Prussia, 1836 Hanne Nussbaum is a child of nature - she would rather run wild in the forest than conform to the limitations of womanhood. In her village of Kay, Hanne is friendless and considered an oddity . . . until she meets Thea. Ocean, 1838 The Nussbaums are Old Lutherans, bound … Continue reading Book Review: Devotion by Hannah Kent
Behind the Pen with Sue Williams
It gives me great pleasure to welcome Sue Williams back to the blog to talk about her latest release and debut novel, Elizabeth & Elizabeth. Sue Williams, Author, Journalist, Writer How many novels have you written and published? One. Elizabeth & Elizabeth, an historical fiction novel, is my first. I’ve written around 25 other books … Continue reading Behind the Pen with Sue Williams
Book Review: Fled by Meg Keneally
Fled... About the Book: Highway robber. Convict. Runaway. Mother. She will do anything for freedom, but at what cost? Jenny Trelawney is no ordinary thief. Forced by poverty to live in the forest, she becomes a successful highwaywoman – until her luck runs out. Transported to Britain’s furthest colony, Jenny must tackle new challenges and … Continue reading Book Review: Fled by Meg Keneally
Bookish TV in Review: Picnic at Hanging Rock
Australian drama series (2018) Picnic at Hanging Rock… When three schoolgirls and a teacher from Appleyard College disappear on Valentine's Day in 1900, the event has a far-reaching impact on the rest of the school, as well as the nearby township. People quickly come up with theories about the disappearances as paranoia sets in and … Continue reading Bookish TV in Review: Picnic at Hanging Rock
New Release Book Review: The Girl From Eureka by Cheryl Adnams
The Girl From Eureka... About the Book: On the sun-drenched goldfields of Eureka, a wild colonial girl and an honour-bound soldier will break all the rules to claim a love worth more than gold ... Ballarat, Australia 1854 Gold miner Indy Wallace wants nothing more than to dig up enough gold to give her mother … Continue reading New Release Book Review: The Girl From Eureka by Cheryl Adnams
Behind the Pen with Cheryl Adnams
Today I warmly welcome Cheryl Adnams to Behind the Pen with a few of her favourites. Cheryl is soon to release her first historical fiction novel, The Girl from Eureka. Over to you Cheryl… What is your favourite…and why… Character from one of your books? I love all my characters, but I admit my latest … Continue reading Behind the Pen with Cheryl Adnams
New Release Book Review: LADY BIRD & THE FOX by Kim Kelly
Lady Bird & The Fox... About the Book: It’s 1868 and the gold rush sprawls across the wild west of New South Wales, bringing with it a new breed of colonial rogue – bushrangers. A world far removed from hardworking farm girl, Annie Bird, and her sleepy village on the outskirts of Sydney. But when … Continue reading New Release Book Review: LADY BIRD & THE FOX by Kim Kelly
Behind the Pen with Kim Kelly
On the eve of the release of her latest novel, Lady Bird and The Fox, it gives me great pleasure to welcome Kim Kelly to Behind the Pen. Today we've left the regular questions at the door and instead we're digging deep, so pull up a comfy chair and a drink of your choice because … Continue reading Behind the Pen with Kim Kelly
Pre-release Book Review: LADY BIRD & THE FOX by Kim Kelly
Lady Bird & The Fox... About the Book: It’s 1868 and the gold rush sprawls across the wild west of New South Wales, bringing with it a new breed of colonial rogue – bushrangers. A world far removed from hardworking farm girl, Annie Bird, and her sleepy village on the outskirts of Sydney. But when … Continue reading Pre-release Book Review: LADY BIRD & THE FOX by Kim Kelly
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