First published 2005
In the vibrant 1960s of Sydney's Kings Cross, Harriet Purcell abandons her staid, respectable life to live in a rooming house owned by the inimitable Mrs. Delvecchio Schwartz. There, Harriet finds passion and adventure, but also a deep bond with Schwartz's mute, beautiful young daughter, Flo. When tragedy strikes, Harriet must do whatever it takes to ensure Flo's survival, even if it means risking everything.
Genres: 20th-century, adventure, contemporary-romance
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, tragedy
Setting: Sydney (Australia)
Period: 1960s
363 pages · Paperback · McArthur & Co.