A Rebel in Exile

by Jarrod Gilbert, Shane Martin

In this revealing book Shane ‘Kiwi’ Martin details his tough childhood and upbringing in small town New Zealand, his decision to 'cross the ditch' and how he eventually joined one of Australia's notorious bikie gangs, the Rebels. He also tells the story of how he came to live, work, marry and raise children in Australia before being controversially thrown out of the country by the Australian government. 
 
In early 2017 Shane was deported from Australia and told never to return; a decision he has been fighting ever since. Shane is married to an Australian and his children were born in Australia (one of them, notably, is AFL superstar Dustin Martin) and Shane has lived and worked in Australia since he was 20 years old.

Co-writer and previous author of bestselling books on bikie gangs, Jarrod Gilbert helps Shane tell his story – taking us into Shane's private life and behind the scenes of his time with the Rebels, and exploring his battle with the Australian government and its brutal tactics to expel New Zealanders, breaking up families.

This is a fascinating story that will appeal broadly giving insights into Shane's fight to return to Australia, his tough childhood and his love for his family.

Genres: Biography

179 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 1, 2019

Reviews

[Ethan Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a mean read, fuck Peter Dutton the dog.
Rip Shane Martin

[Bd · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is not just for people interested in outlaw motorcycle gangs or fans of the Richmond football club. Every Australian should read this and be outraged at what is going on in this county, under the pretence of border protection. Shame on us for allowing this to happen!!!

[Jill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Don't judge this book by it's cover - the guy on the front (Shane Martin) is covered in tattoos and built like the brick proverbial - he looks like a real hard man. But NZ born Martin is a family man - adores his wife and kids, and worked hard to build up his trucking business in Australia. Until early one morning - a knock at the door and there's the police in full-on riot gear, there to pick up his passport. Thrown in prison and eventually deported to New Zealand, Martin's only real 'crime' seems to be his association with the Rebels motorcycle gang. This is the story of a family torn apart - a great read.

[Charlee Furness · Rating 2 out of 5]

Good book.