The Captive's Song, 9781761111464
Paperback
Imprisoned, hopeless, but a guard’s kindness sparks a dangerous, hopeful love.

The Captive's Song

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  • Paperback

    260 pages

  • Release Date

    3 July 2024

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Summary

Freedom is a pipe dream. At least, that’s what Olivia Cruikshank believes. Transported to Van Diemen’s Land for petty theft, she has lost all hope. Six years in and out of the Cascades Female Factory has taught her none can be trusted and that her future, like her innocence, are as a vapour in the breeze.

Until Michael Reeve shows up - a prison guard unlike any other. What kind of turnkey shows compassion instead of cruelty, encouragement instead of scorn? He talks and acts like Olivi…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781761111464
ISBN-10:1761111469
Author:Amanda Deed
Publisher:Wombat Books
Imprint:Rhiza Edge
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:260
Release Date:3 July 2024
Weight:318g
Dimensions:203mm x 133mm
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Critics Review

“Informative, emotional and gut wrenching to read Olivia’s story. Tears will be shed. Highly recommended for mature readers.” * Sunday Telegraph *“As a result of her thorough research, the author has been able to construct a page turning narrative … which gives the reader a greater insight into the cruel treatment, and punishment of the vulnerable convict women by their wardens.” * Blue Wolf Reviews *

About The Author

Amanda Deed

Amanda Deed is an award-winning author of historical romance novels set in colonial Australia. Based in Melbourne, she loves spending time with family, playing music, and walking in the bush. Amanda works as an office administrator when she isn’t writing stories that explore themes of faith and hope.

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