Lizzie's Tale by Dr Graham Wilson (English) Paperback Book

Description: Lizzie's Tale by Dr Graham Wilson Raped and reduced to working in a brothel to keep her baby, unwed, teenage mother, Lizzie, forges a new life for herself and her child in the Kimberley region of Australia. But can she evade her persecutors and ultimately bring to them to justice? FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Updated version of the second book in the Old Balmain House Series Raped and reduced to working in a brothel to keep her baby, unwed, teenage mother, Lizzie, forges a new life for herself and her child in the Kimberley region of Australia. But can she evade her persecutors and ultimately bring to them to justice? This is a story of a girl from inner Sydney. Her family is poor, her father dies when she is nine, life is hard. But her courage rises above adversity. It is story of her struggle to survive and make a life of her own, first as a prostitute, then with her child in a remote outback town. This is the second book in the series, "Old Balmain House" and begins in the same house as the first book and continues part of the story of Sophie, the girl who vanished half a century ago. Lizzie, aged eight, meets Sophie, the girl who lived in the same bedroom as a child. Sophie becomes her friend. When Lizzie turns fifteen Sophie tries to warn her not to go in a car with three older boys. Lizzie ignores her warning and is brutally raped by these three men. Lizzie becomes pregnant and is determined to keep her child. She leaves Sydney and goes to Melbourne, to have and keep her baby. Here, penniless and desperate, she become a prostitute the only way she can support herself. She is discovered and the authorities try to take her child. She flees to Broome, a small town in the furthest corner of of Australia. Here she assumes the role of widow with a small child and settles into this friendly town. Her life is good until a man from her former life finds her and threatens to expose her or harm her child. She runs again. On a remote desert road her car breaks down. Without water, with her six year old daughter beside her, they face death from thirst. Help comes in an unexpected way. She takes refuge in a local aboriginal community. Her school friend from Balmain, now a journalist, seeks retribution from the the men who raped Lizzie many years ago and have continued their ways with others. Now, as successful business men, they seek to use the law to deny justice. Review LIZZIES TALE REVIEWSLizzys story - An amazing story, couldnt put it down. The author has written one of the best books I have read of this type. I was critical of the series he wrote at first but he had grown to be a favourite of mine. A dramatic, fast paced, loving and exciting story.Lizziess tale - If we all had just some of Lizzies courage our world would be a much better place to live in. Such a nice story so interesting. Great readA moving delight - A great story about a courageous young girl who triumphs despite adversity. The world needs more stories like this.Wonderful - A beautiful story that will stay with me. Loved it and wanted it to continue. One of the best I have read lately.Lizzys story - An amazing story, couldnt put it down. The author has written one of the best books I have read of this type. I was critical of the series he wrote at first but he had grown to be a favourite of mine. A dramatic, fast paced, loving and exciting story.SERIES REVIEWSOld Balmain House Book Series - Wonderful I couldnt bear to put them down.......wishing there were more in the series. The people were so real its almost like Ive met them. I absolutely loved the stories - I highly recommend you get to read. Definitely looking forward to reading more by this author. Awesome!!!! Held my attention to the very end Great Read - This is the story of three houses and the people who built them and lived in them from the mid-1800s to the present day. Told in a rather quaint and old-fashioned manner, it is a wonderful portrayal of a multi-generational family who lived through good times and bad, but always retained a strong family bond. The growth of this area seen through their eyes is fascinating. And, the mystery of Sophies disappearance is enough to keep one readingWonderful books - Im so glad I got all these books in a set. Each book reached further into the story, always going forward, but also bringing the past as the story unfolded. Well-written characters, and such detail that I felt I was walking alongside them as I read. No imagination is needed to see the people and places in your mind. Vivid descriptions brought the time and place to mind easily. Kindle said it would take more than 9 hours to read it. I did it over two days...I could not put it down! Ive always dreamed of visiting Australia, and these books just increased that dream. Well worth reading!!!Absolutely loved this series - Absolutely loved this series. I could not put it down, it has held me riveted to each story and looking for more. I could vividly imagine each tale and description of the places even though I havent been there. I would recommend this collection to anyone who wants to read about the settlers in Australia passing through generations and the fast paced tale that goes with all the books in the collection. Well Done Graham!Really enjoyed this story - Really enjoyed this story. Not so much historical Australian fiction out there. Made me go looking up the area online to see where they were talking about. It was sad and moved a bit quick through the characters at times but I thought it recreated the time period really well. Hard to imagine Sydney with that few people.Five Stars - A brilliant read, very interesting Details ISBN0995431388 Pages 206 Publisher Biobrokers Pty Ltd Language English ISBN-10 0995431388 ISBN-13 9780995431386 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2017 Series Old Balmain House Imprint Biobrokers Pty Ltd Illustrations Illustrations, black and white Publication Date 2017-08-03 UK Release Date 2017-08-03 Author Dr Graham Wilson Edition Description Australian Cover ed. Series Number 2 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:116684528;

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