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Shepherd

By: Catherine Jinks

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Paperback | 2 July 2019

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240 Pages

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1.7 x 15.3 x 23.1

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Fourteen-year-old convict Tom Clay lives in a shepherd’s hut in the bush, protecting his master’s sheep from wild dogs. When a vicious fellow shepherd returns to ensure there are no witnesses to his crimes, the bush-crafty Tom and his hapless mate Rowdy face a life-and-death battle to survive.

About the Author

Catherine Jinks’ books for adults, young adults and children have been published in a dozen countries and have won numerous awards, including a Victorian Premier’s Literary Award and the CBCA Book of the Year Award (four times). She lives in the Blue Mountains.

Industry Reviews

'Shepherd is the latest addition to the Australian outback horror genre and will appeal to readers of Jock Serong and Garry Disher.' * Readings *
'Highly readable, richly characterised, beautifully written...The tension ratchets up and never dissipates.' * Australian Book Review *
'Jinks paints a riveting picture.' * NZ Listener *
'A gripping historical yarn' * Sunday Mirror *
'A breathtaking pursuit novel full of brutality and tenderness.' * Shelf Awareness *

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