Love in the Years of Lunacy

Set in 1942 Sydney, this evocative story follows 18-year-old Pearl, a spirited saxophonist in an all-girl jazz band, who experiences a transformative love affair with jazz legend James Washington. Against the backdrop of wartime blackout nights and whispered rumors, Pearl's world is turned upside down as she navigates love, separation, and daring plans to reunite. Moving and original, the narrative blends themes of romance, music, and war into a compelling and haunting tale.