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Liberty
by Nikki McWatters

A powerful novel about three young women caught in the battles of their own times.

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Overview

In 1472, Jeanne’s father arranges her marriage to a French lieutenant against her wishes. As armed forces threaten her beloved home, Jeanne risks all to rally the city’s women in the fight of their lives.

In 1797, unbeknownst to their father, feisty and brave Betsy, her brother and their best friend secretly join the rebel army, hoping to liberate Ireland from the tyrannical yoke of English rule.

In 1960’s Australia, country-girl Fiona desperately wants to fit in at university and joins the anti-Vietnam protest movement, despite her family’s objections. When a friend is conscripted, Fiona’s beliefs are challenged even further.

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Pip Harry

author of Because of You

‘Liberty is an unflinching, triumphant tribute to girl power, spanning across the ages.’

Books+Publishing

‘An ambitious and timely exploration of power, politics and the sisterhood.’

Kids’ Book Review

‘It will ignite courage and inspire voices to shout out loud. But above all, it’s just great story telling.’

Nikki McWatters

Nikki McWatters was shortlisted for a Queensland Premier’s Literary Award (2010) and has published a memoir and two young adult novels. She won the Irish Moth Award (2016) and has written for the Sydney Morning Herald, the UK Huffington Post and The Big Issue. She is currently the spokesperson for the annual Vinnie’s CEO Sleepout. Nikki also has a law degree in her bottom drawer somewhere.