Published: Sep. 30, 2011
Words: 83,257 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9781466077287

Short description

In 1828, Britain is overcrowded, London is filthy and the lives of the poor are valued less than the city's rats. A Scottish Doctor meets a pretty young working girl while enjoying a night out on the town. Little does he know that their lives are destined to intertwine, even on the far side of the Earth. Life in Australian colonies has its challenges.

Extended description

1828 Britain is overcrowded, while its London capital teems with the misery of the poor. Millie is a pretty teenager from the slums, who meets a young Scottish Doctor at the Tavern where she is starting her career as a working girl. Follow her as she falls foul of the law to be deported to Australia, re-acquaints herself with her doctor on board the prison ship and tries to carve a life for herself in Sydney, NSW. Contrast the shy and serious Doctor with the survivals skills of a Cockney lass as they cope with a new world of challenges in the hot dusty land "down under".
Catch a glimpse of the horrors of London's slums, Newgate prison and life on board a female convict ship. Walk the cobbled streets of early Sydney, see life in the local hospital, visit a colonial mansion for dinner, and take a forced tour of the Blue Mountains as you follow Millie and Lachlan's adventures.
This novel is based on historical fact, both in Britain and Australia in the early 19th century. Live some .. (Read more) 1828 Britain is overcrowded, while its London capital teems with the misery of the poor. Millie is a pretty teenager from the slums, who meets a young Scottish Doctor at the Tavern where she is starting her career as a working girl. Follow her as she falls foul of the law to be deported to Australia, re-acquaints herself with her doctor on board the prison ship and tries to carve a life for herself in Sydney, NSW. Contrast the shy and serious Doctor with the survivals skills of a Cockney lass as they cope with a new world of challenges in the hot dusty land "down under".
Catch a glimpse of the horrors of London's slums, Newgate prison and life on board a female convict ship. Walk the cobbled streets of early Sydney, see life in the local hospital, visit a colonial mansion for dinner, and take a forced tour of the Blue Mountains as you follow Millie and Lachlan's adventures.
This novel is based on historical fact, both in Britain and Australia in the early 19th century. Live some of the challenges of life in this era.
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Review by: Marge Ribbons on Nov. 20, 2011 :
I have finished reading this book and enjoyed it thoroughly the storyline was a little different and it kept me interested to the end. Thanks hope ther will be more
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Review by: Nasser Al Zahrani. on Nov. 10, 2011 : (no rating)
The worlds Ken creates for his characters resonate with authenticity , and the people who inhabit them are so engaging.
This novel grabs you from the first page , and never let's go as it takes you on a journey not soon forgotten.
A heart felt and gratifying read indeed.
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Review by: Maree Matthews on Nov. 06, 2011 :
A great read. It kept me enthralled, is very informative and a tribute to Ken's knowledge & research. What a great movie it would make. Hope there's to be a sequel.
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Review by: Phil Latz on Oct. 26, 2011 :
Ken has taken on the difficult task of portraying many different characters, including their topical use of words in a historical,19th century setting. And succeeded magnificently, in my view, right up to the dramatic ending.
The convict heroine of this book, Millie, becomes a cunning, feisty woman of statue after her early debauched servitude beginning at the age of 14, in a working man’s London brothel. Millie’s introverted and limping physician surgeon follows a circuitous route to his involvements with her, and their journey to Australia on a convict ship.
The author’s extensive researching of nautical matters concerning convict transportation and medical practices during that period are very enlightening and also chilling. The detailed account of medical instruments, drugs used and procedures of the time made me shudder. Imagine subjecting yourself to amputation of a limb without anaesthetic! All succinctly told with the authority of a medical practitioner.
I feel this page turning saga will enlighten, involve and reward the reader on many levels and highly recommend Ken’s book to you.
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Review by: Rosemarie Chenard on Oct. 19, 2011 : (no rating)
The Convict And Her Doctor. What a delightful and informative read. Clever use of nautical and historical fact, AND I guarantee you will fall in love with the main characters. Something for everyone. More please Author.
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