I like the way the she shapes the characters, there is depth to the four women in the story. I have convict ancestors so I was very interested in the story Challinor had to tell. more know this until I was on the last page – there is Book 2 coming out this year sometime!!! Now I just need to find out when and start counting down!!!!! Challinor has a talent for vividly drawing the reader into the story and location of story for eg for the four months they were at sea I felt the challenges that were faced and the growing bond between the girls like I was there with them! This is historical fiction at its best….be aware at the end though – and I didn’t. I always love a good convict read and this period of Australia’s history and this is one of the best I have read. Beginning in 1820's London and finishing in 1830's old Sydney Town I loved following the lives of the four main female characters who were transported for various crimes to Australia. I really, really enjoyed this beautifully written book. Review 1: ‘Behind the Sun’ was my first Deborah Challinor venture – and wow, I am very impressed.
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