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3.71 AVERAGE
3.71 AVERAGE
Another great addition to this series. This book is set in Perth mainly, and Sydney, in Australia. Jayne is on holiday with Vera and Robert, her stepfather. They are waiting out covid. Jayne is asked by a client to research her family history, which throws up some surprises. I love how Jayne gets so engrossed in researching for her clients and the research is fascinating. Love this series.
While stuck in Australia, Jayne undertakes to solve a family mystery for a woman who has found a mysterious letter to her ancestor. This genealogical mystery follows two timelines. The story set in the 1840s to 1860s is of Annie Kelly, a young woman transported from Ireland to Australia for stealing a basket of apples who marries, has children, and builds a successful life there but hides an important secret. The present time line follows Jayne's search for Annie's information while, at the same time, worrying about her step-father who has become very ill.
The book is very revealing and accurate about the experience of Irish who were transported often for minor crimes, and the hardships of their lives in Australia. It also provides insight into the experience of the Irish at home in the mid 1850s and the rise of rebellious elements.
The book is very revealing and accurate about the experience of Irish who were transported often for minor crimes, and the hardships of their lives in Australia. It also provides insight into the experience of the Irish at home in the mid 1850s and the rise of rebellious elements.
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No