The Australian Fiance

Singapore, 1949. A young Eurasian woman, a survivor of the Japanese Occupation, meets the son of a privileged Australian family. She accompanies him to Broome with hope for a better life, despite doubts from her family.

Western Australian Premier’s Book Award – Fiction 2000
Shortlisted Kirriyama Rim Pacific Prize, 2000

Year of Publication: 2000
Genre: Literature
Audience: Adult