The sky is free

by Mavis Thorpe Clark

Two runaways, Sam and Tony, meet at a railway station on the edge of the Australian outback. They end up working in an opal mine and through this experience learn about themselves.

175 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1976

About the author

Clark was prolific Australian writer of juvenile fiction, known for her realistic depiction of her beloved country.

Reviews

[Sean Harding]

Thorpe-Clark #3
Third Mavis book has two young runaways working in an opal mine and their various experiences. IT was an OK read, but nothing overtly memorable to be honest.