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The Patriots - cover

The Patriots

Vivian Stuart

Publisher: Jentas Ehf

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Summary

The fifteenth book in the dramatic and intriguing story about the colonisation of Australia: a country made of blood, passion, and dreams.
 
After being accused of high treason, Michael Wexford seeks revenge upon those who took everything from him.
 
It is 19th century Australia: Irishman Michael Wexford is unravelling his existence in the penal colonies after defying the justice system. Considered a criminal beyond reform or redemption, Michael plots his revenge. Meanwhile, siblings Kitty and Patrick Cadogan venture out to the Norfolk Island in search of their brother, praying that he is not the miscreant everyone makes him out to be.
Available since: 06/14/2023.
Print length: 350 pages.

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