Turbulent Threads

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Dunedin, 1890: Suddenly orphaned at the tender age of twenty, Greer Gillies is reduced to working as a humble servant at Larnach Castle, a far cry from the dreams she held before. As she struggles with the stark reality of grief, she finds her journey has only just begun as the decade proves transformative for womens progress. As she grapples with affairs of the heart, betrayal, the threat of lost love and social upheavals, Greers resilience shines through. She becomes a symbol of courage, daring to pursue her dreams, follow her heart and find her place in a world that promises a better future. Spanning the last decade of the 19th century, this page-turning saga explores the healing power of friendship while celebrating the pivotal role women played in one of New Zealands most turbulent eras.

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"A tender love story, a story of courage and survival set in extraordinary times." Booksellers NZ blog, on Paris of the East by Karen McMillan

Author Bio

Karen McMillan is the author of 22 books, published in ten countries. She has written bestselling fiction, including The Paris of the East, The Paris of the West, and Brushstrokes of Memory. Her non-fiction titles include Love in Aotearoa, which was shortlisted for the Ashton Wylie Award, Unbreakable Spirit, and Everyday Strength, which represented NZ at the Gourmand World Awards. She is also the author of the popular Elastic Island Adventures books for children, which have been optioned for the screen. Karen is a regular speaker at festivals and events. She was the resident book reviewer on The Caf, TV3, for two years, and is a regular reviewer on radio and in print. An enthusiastic supporter of Aotearoa writers, she instigated the annual NZ Booklovers Awards. Karen lives on the Hibiscus Coast with her husband. More information can be found at www.karenm.co.nz