A former anthropologist, Kali now crafts historical and speculative fiction. Her writing, deeply rooted in her home on unceded Yuggera land in Meanjin Brisbane, explores complex themes through a unique lens. Kali also serves as a tutor in the writing program at The University of Queensland, sharing her insights and nurturing emerging writers.
Exploring the complexities of family ties, this narrative follows a guesthouse keeper and his wife as they strive for a fresh start amidst hidden truths. The story delves into the delicate balance between love and betrayal, revealing how the very secrets that connect them can also threaten to tear them apart. With a captivating blend of emotional depth and character-driven storytelling, the debut novel by Kali Napier promises to engage readers with its poignant themes and relatable struggles.
Already a bestseller in Australia, this is a heart-rending story of a guesthouse keeper and his wife who attempt to start over, from debut author Kali Napier. For fans of The Light Between Oceans and The Woolgrower's Companion.