Maori

In this sweeping historical novel set in 19th-century New Zealand, Robert Coffin, the son of a poor British coal miner, embarks on a journey to build a new life as a merchant in the tumultuous port of Kororareka. Leaving behind his wife and infant son in England, he forms a deep respect for the Maori culture while engaging in a complex relationship with his Irish mistress, Mary. However, his world is turned upside down when his wife and child arrive unexpectedly, coinciding with rising tensions between Maori tribes and European settlers. This tale of resilience follows Coffin and his family as they navigate a landscape marked by war and change.