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Bridget’s headlong rush into adulthood throws her into a marriage with a man she barely knows, a dangerous and traumatic journey, and a battle to change societal norms or risk her own destruction.
Sailing into Moreton Bay in 1824, Bridget and her fellow army wives face extreme hardships, not least of which is their powerlessness as the property of their husbands while facing the brutal realities of living in a newly established penal colony in the middle of nowhere.
Bridget understands they must learn to not only survive but thrive, give birth, raise children, form a community, and fight for their rights or die.
Along the way she is forced to confront her own naivety and develop a ruthlessness that enables her to find a way to lead in a man’s world in order to ensure her own survival.
Carole C
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this book!
Reviewed in Australia on 14 August 2025
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A thought provoking blend of Australia’s history, women’s experiences and the complexities of human relationships, this book is both moving and insightful. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and the writing was captivating! I cannot wait to read more of Bridget’s story, her trials and tribulations. Highly recommend!
Kylie E
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful historical tale of hardship - resilience and overcoming impossible odds - loved it
Reviewed in Australia on 26 November 2024
A captivating tale of Queensland's settlement, told through the eyes of a determined young woman. I thoroughly enjoyed the journey, the richly drawn characters, the historical depth, and how it transported me to that time and place! Stayed up way past my bedtime as I kept wanting to know what happens next 🙂
Kristina C
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful detailed herstory of the early days of Brisbane white settlement
Reviewed in Australia on 15 December 2024
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This story is a must for any family history researchers with Brisbane roots. Trish has recreated the early days of Brisbane with riveting detail. It's fabulous to hear this story from a female perspective and the characters and their relationships are so believable. I would love to read more history from a female perspective like this. Trish has brought the past to life and created an easy summer holiday read.
People in successful relationships deliberately build and attend to the friendship and connection in their relationship, skilfully manage conflict and physiological arousal and work together to create shared meaning and understanding in their day to day lives together.
This book provides daily information, tips and tasks to make small lasting change often. Based on 40 plus years of research by Drs John and Julie Gottman these daily tips provide simple, commonsense, safe handrails to stabilise, strengthen and deepen intimacy and connection through doing small practical things with positive intention.
What this book will give you is:
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The suggested daily tasks are designed to assist you and your partner to discover a closer, connected, satisfying partnership. 365 Things to Improve your Relationship is the scaffolding to build a successful, lasting life together.
Glenn T
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Sally K
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Julie and Peter R
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