Rosalie Ham Knihy

FILM TIE IN EDITIONTilly Dunnage has come home to care for her mad old mother. She left the small Victorian town of Dungatar years before, and became an accomplished couturier in Paris. Now she earns her living making exquisite frocks for the people who drove her away when she was ten. Through the long Dungatar nights, she sits at her sewing machine, planning revenge.The Dressmaker is a modern Australian classic, much loved for its bittersweet humour. Set in the 1950s, its subjects include haute couture, love and hate, and a cast of engagingly eccentric characters. It is now a major motion picture, starring Kate Winslet and fine Australian actors including Judy Davis, Hugo Weaving, Liam Hemsworth and extras from the author's hometown of Jerilderie.

The novel features a captivating narrative that intertwines themes of love, betrayal, and resilience. Set against a rich backdrop, it explores the complexities of relationships and the impact of past choices on present lives. The characters are vividly drawn, each facing their own struggles and secrets, leading to unexpected revelations. With a blend of humor and poignancy, the story promises to engage readers through its emotional depth and intricate storytelling, showcasing the author's signature style.

Phoeba Crupp is een sterke, intelligente vrouw die met haar familie op een wijnboerderij woont. Phoeba droomt ervan om de wijngaard over te nemen en wijnmaker te worden. Trouwen wil ze alleen uit ware liefde. Maar in een wereld van mannen en geld, waarin een vrouw niets kan erven, lijkt een huwelijk de enige mogelijkheid om haar droom te verwezenlijken…