Join Australian author, Anthea Hodson as she discusses her new novel “The Palace of Lost Virtue” at Penrith City Library.
About the book:
In The Palace of Lost Virtue, Hodgson delivers a sharp, sweeping and unforgettable new story set in goldrush era Western Australia. The book is based on true events, inspired by real characters, authentic WA goldrush history and atmosphere and a real murder case. A beautiful tale of friendship between two unlikely women. A compelling timeline moving between 1898 and 1926.
About the Author:
Anthea Hodgson is a country girl from the WA Wheatbelt. She worked as a radio producer in WA, NSW and Queensland before returning to WA, where she lives with her husband and two children. She is the author of The Drifter, The Cowgirl and the highly acclaimed 2023 historical novel based on the Bangka Island Massacre, The War Nurses. She is co-host of the Rachael Johns Book Club on Facebook and the podcast Reading Between Deadlines.
When: Tuesday | 9 June |6:30-7:30
Where: Penrith City Library
Who: Adults
How: $5 per ticket, bookings are essential
By the bestselling author of The War Nurses, this is an unforgettable new novel set in the WA goldrush era inspired by real characters and a shocking true crime.
