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A SHAMELESS BOOK CLUB PICK

AN AUSTRALIAN WOMEN'S WEEKLY GREAT READ

'A powerful, well-crafted story' -Sydney Morning Herald

'a heart-wrenching yet hopeful tale.' -The Sunday Age

'a warm and generous read.' -The Guardian

'a fearless novel that reaches into your heart with evocative prose and beautifully drawn characters. It's also…

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1 author picked Safe Haven as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Shankari Chandra shines a spotlight into the dark world of Australian refugee detention. This challenging theme is skillfully handled and readers care deeply for the characters. The setting on Christmas Island is very interesting.

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