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  • The Restless Years, Book 3
  • By: Deborah Challinor
  • Narrated by: Rachel King
  • Length: 13 hrs and 17 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (56 ratings)

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Publisher's Summary

Bestselling author Deborah Challinor returns with a spellbinding novel about a woman living in Sydney's notorious King's Cross in 1964. 

Polly Manaia is living in Sydney's notorious Kings Cross, working as an exotic dancer. She's desperate to bring her young daughter to live with her, but beneath her brash confidence lie dark secrets which threaten to drag her under. 

Gina is excited to live with her mum again. She's mature for an eleven-year-old, but can this young girl cope with Polly's demons? 

Rhoda and Star, transgender performers and Polly's flatmates, bring stability to Polly and Gina's lives. Yet this unlikely little family will find themselves threatened in more ways than one.

The Jacaranda House is a fascinating portrayal of a shifting society and a beautiful portrait of motherhood and identity.

"Australia's answer to Philippa Gregory." Brisbane Times

"A meticulously researched and compellingly readable story injected with heart and humour, From the Ashes is perfect for fans of Fiona McIntosh and Kate Furnivall. A five-star read." Better Reading
©2020 Deborah Challinor (P)2020 HarperCollins Publishers
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Incredibly touching

Thank you for writing such an incredibly touching book.
An honest story of love, loyalty & life.

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great book

brilliant storyline...found the narration difficult at first but got used to it then enjoyed it

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