“Lovers of historical fiction will devour this novel with relish. Interesting, fast paced, grueling history of early Australia and the hazardous journey to reach our shores.”
“I can’t say enough good things about this story. Enchanting. Charming. Splendid. Delightful! I normally gravitate away from 1st person writings, but I was intrigued by the book description and am so glad I decided to purchase it. It is evident the author did her research for this historical/medieval piece.”
“I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I found the story fascinating; it was unlike anything I had read before. I loved the way it was written in the first person as you got an insight into what Emelin was thinking. She’s quirky and some of her thoughts were hysterical.”
“A beautifully written story that will transport you back in time. The description of the surroundings, places and lives of people within the pages, let you glimpse in the past like you were a part of it. I would recommend this book to any reader, young and old. Everyone will be captured by the beautiful magic this book conveys and will keep you turning the pages from beginning to end.”
“This is an enthralling collection of short stories all with the theme of sustainability and our impact on the world…
“… But my favourite was The Aria of the Ocean that follows the journey of 13-year-old Robert, who gets a job as a ship boy to follow his father who had been sent to Sydney Cove as a convict. Upon seeing a whale and her calf up close on the journey, and then discovering that the ship’s next trip was to go whaling, Robert flees the ship—but he still owes them 18 months of service. Luckily he reconnects with his father, and dreams of the ongoing freedom and safety of the whales.”