‘The most extraordinary writer – a rare talent'' NIKKI GEMMELL, internationally bestselling author‘A lyrical and mesmerising mythic quest story’SUNDAY EXPRESS‘Extravagantly beautiful writing’ADELAIDE ADVERTISER‘Unputdownable’SYDNEY MORNING HERALD1942 – Japanese bombs rain down in Darwin, Australia.Motherless Molly Hook, the gravedigger’s daughter, turns to the road, seeking the deep-country sorcerer who put a curse on her family.By her side are the most unlikely travelling companions: Greta, a razor-tongued actress, and Yukio, a fallen Japanese fighter pilot.As they journey from the vine forests to Australia’s wild and magical monsoon lands, they will encounter grave danger and discover true love…Immerse yourself in a love letter to Australia from its best-loved writer.
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