Lyndsay is a writer of historical fiction who lives in Rotorua. As an avid consumer of the genre, she enjoys the challenge of creating her own novels and short stories. She is inspired by family stories, using her life experience as a parent, social worker and counsellor. Lyndsay is also inspired by Aotearoa’s wild landscapes and has a strong interest in the cultural history of the country.
Precious Little Lives
Adult historical fiction • Suitable for teens
Francie is a country girl aching for excitement. The Yanks have been deployed to protect New Zealand’s coastline from the Japanese, and are spicing up the towns, leaving a trail of broken hearts. Francie discovers that growing up isn’t easy. With love comes trauma and judgement. She and others like her have secrets to guard. Lives are threatened and children can be lost forever.
The story is set in New Zealand in the 1940s when sons, brothers and boyfriends were overseas fighting in WW2. Life as you know it could change in a day.
ISBN 978 0 473 60355 7
RRP $30+
Paperback • 405 pages • 23 x 15 x 3cm
Available via Wheelers or www.lyndsaycampbell.com