The Captive’s Song
ISBN: 9781761111464
Publication Date: July 2024
Author: Amanda Deed
Freedom is a pipe dream. At least, that’s what Olivia Cruikshank believes. Six years as a convict transported to Van Diemen’s Land has taught her no-one can be trusted.
Until Michael Reeve shows up — a prison guard unlike any other. He acts like Olivia matters. Like her future matters.
Can Olivia learn to trust before it’s too late?
Will Mick’s kindness lead to love, or will it be his undoing?
The Captive’s Song is an Australian retelling of Rapunzel, complete with a tower, a braid and a beautiful song.
A charming tale about love, perseverance, and faith suitable for adults and young adults.
Novel Insight
Wholesale paperbacks
Available from Harper Entertainment Distribution Services (HEDS); or Contact publisher for assistance: Wombat Books.
“Complete with a tower (Tasmanian lighthouse) and a braid of long hair, it’s informative, emotional and gut wrenching to read Olivia’s story. Tears will be shed. Highly recommended for mature readers.”
Sandy Fussell, Funday Book Worm, Sunday Telegraph
Set in 1841 and 1842, this is a tremendous Australian historical novel depicting the lives of the female convicts that were sent to Van Diemen’s Land, in many cases for very minor offences. It contains themes of forgiveness, hope and finding a purpose in your life when all seems hopeless. Also depicting compassion and a delightful love story, this novel will best suit readers aged 12 to 15 years, particularly those who enjoy historical fiction.
Review by Rob