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The Orchardist's Daughter

By Karen Viggers
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The Orchardist's Daughter by Karen Viggers is set in the dense forests of Tasmania and follows the life of a young woman named Mikey, who is entrapped by her family's strict traditions. As an orchardist's daughter, she lives a sheltered and constrained existence. The story unfolds as she seeks freedom and self-discovery, set against themes of isolation, control, and eventual empowerment amidst a richly described natural backdrop.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories with intricate character development and themes of freedom and self-discovery. Set in a richly depicted Australian landscape, it intertwines nature's beauty with a compelling narrative about closing old chapters and embracing new possibilities. Readers who appreciate emotional depth and familial relationships will likely find this an engaging read.

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A story of freedom, forgiveness and finding the strength to break free. International bestselling writer Karen Viggers returns to remote Tasmania, the setting of her most popular novel The Lightkeeper's Wife.

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The stories of Miki, Leon, and Max intertwine in this beautiful novel about friendship and resilience... Tension builds to a dramatic, satisfying conclusion. - Good Reading

...refreshingly real... ultimately an empowering novel. - Style

A well-crafted novel that also shines a light on the everyday violence that thrives where eyes are averted and silence prevails. - The Weekend Australian

...an engaging read for lovers of contemporary Australian fiction. - Sydney Morning Herald

The Orchardist's Daughter is a novel I would recommend without reservation, it is a remarkable yarn that left a strong mark on my heart. - Mrs B's Book Reviews

Sixteen-year-old Mikaela has grown up isolated and homeschooled on an apple orchard in southeastern Tasmania, until an unexpected event shatters her family. Eighteen months later, she and her older brother Kurt are running a small business in a timber town. Miki longs to make connections and spend more time in her beloved forest, but she is kept a virtual prisoner by Kurt, who leads a secret life of his own.

When Miki meets Leon, another outsider, things slowly begin to change. But the power to stand up for yourself must come from within. And Miki has to fight to uncover the truth of her past and discover her strength and spirit.

Set in the old-growth eucalypt forests and vast rugged mountains of southern Tasmania, The Orchardist's Daughter is an uplifting story about friendship, resilience and finding the courage to break free.

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The Orchardist's Daughter by Karen Viggers is often praised for its evocative portrayal of an isolated Tasmanian town. Readers commend the author for her ability to weave themes of resilience, self-discovery, and an individual's connection to nature. The character development is noted for its depth and authenticity, and the nuanced exploration of relationships adds to the novel's emotional richness.

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ISBN: 9781760877583

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 January 2020

Country: Australia

Imprint: Allen & Unwin

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 358g

Pages: 400

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About the Author

Born in Melbourne and raised in the Dandenong Ranges riding horses and writing stories, Karen went on to study veterinary science at Melbourne University before working in practice for several years. She completed a PhD in wildlife health, and since then she has worked on a wide range of Australian native animals, including kangaroos. Karen loves landscapes, wild places, people and animals. She is the author of three novels: The Stranding (2008) and the bestselling, The Lightkeeper's Wife (2011) and The Grass Castle. She lives in Canberra with her husband and two children.

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