Moonlight and the Pearler's Daughter

Set in Western Australia in 1886, this debut novel follows twenty-year-old Eliza Brightwell as she searches for her missing father amid the vibrant yet corrupt world of south sea pearling. As she uncovers secrets beneath the town’s glamorous exterior, Eliza faces difficult choices and hidden truths that threaten to reshape her understanding of family and loyalty. Filled with rich historical detail, the story explores themes of mystery, perseverance, and the costs of uncovering the truth.