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Helen
Jan 08, 2019 rated it really liked it  ·  review of another edition
This is a book that takes us back to some hard times in Australia’s history the gold fields of Ballarat, where woman struggled to be treated well, this one shows us the hardships that they went through but it also shows that love is always there as well, this is a book that will keep you turning the pages as you get to know Nell and Finn.

Nell Amberton is forced into a marriage to a very cruel man by her father, life is hard for her but her strength and courage shine though and when the riots sta
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Jyv
I decided to give up. I've been trying since January to get into this book, but it just doesn't hold my attention. I appreciate the historical background but it's a very slow book. I was a third of the way in, was still bored, and just couldn't be bothered reading any more. ...more
Kim
Jan 05, 2019 marked it as to-read  ·  review of another edition
Linda
Apr 13, 2024 rated it really liked it
Gaynor
Feb 26, 2024 marked it as to-read  ·  review of another edition