The Palace of Lost Virtue

Narrated by Kristy Best , Ainslie McGlynn

Released: June 2, 2026
Length: 12 hrs 17 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia Audio

Set against the backdrop of the 1898 Western Australian goldfields, "The Palace of Lost Virtue" explores the unlikely friendship between Marigold Harrington, a woman dedicated to rescuing women from the shadows of the gold rush, and Pansy Arlington, a self-made woman with a hidden past. Inspired by true events, the novel delves into themes of loyalty, forgiveness, and resilience amid a lawless and turbulent environment. It offers a vivid portrayal of the formidable women who shaped history in the goldfields, weaving a story of strength and survival.

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