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Tommo & Hawk

The Australian Trilogy, Book 2

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Brutally kidnapped and separated in childhood, Tommo and Hawk are reunited at the age of 15 in Hobart Town.

Together they escape their troubled pasts and set off on a journey into manhood. From whale hunting in the Pacific to the Maori Wars of New Zealand, from the Rocks in Sydney to the miners' riots at the goldfields, Tommo and Hawk must learn each other's strengths and weaknesses in order to survive.

Along the way, Hawk meets the outrageous Maggie Pye, who brings love and laughter into his life. But the demons of Tommo's past return to haunt the brothers. With Tommo at his side, Hawk takes on a fight against all odds to save what they cherish most.

©2013 Christine Courtenay (P)2014 Bolinda Publishing. By arrangement with Penguin Group (Australia Action & Adventure Historical Fiction Fiction

Critic reviews

"Narrator Humphrey Bower captures each character, making listeners forget that one majestic voice creates the various natives, the Irish, the English, and people of all ages. Few will fail to be enthralled by this adventure saga, which skillfully captures history while keeping listeners glued to their earphones." ( Audiofile)
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It's always slightly risky to listen to the second of a trilogy when the first has made such an impact. If anything, I was more captivated by this than 'The Potato Factory'. I love the characterisations, the fact that I can't predict what's coming next, that it's a really well-told tale. And again, of course, Humphrey Bower is magic.

As good as the first!

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I didn't know if I'd like this book. Being the follow-up to The Potato Factory I thought I may have had enough of this story.

Expertly told by Bryce Courtenay, this follows the growing up of Tommo & Hawk and the trials and tribulations of whale fishing, wars against the British in New Zealand, opium addiction, bare fist fighting, racism, sexism, prostitution... all in a days work for Bryce.

The clever use of each character having their own chapters helped you to explore the two different personalities.

The story flowed effortlessly and was superbly narrated, as always, by Humphrey Bower. You felt you were in the characters head.

Nicely left at the end for a sequel.

A pleasant surprise

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What made the experience of listening to Tommo and Hawk the most enjoyable?

without a doubt the wonderful adventure, exciting story that only Bryce could Pen once again.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Tommo and Hawk?

when Mary set off to find her boy Hawk into the wilderness, and the absolutly Fandabbydoosee Maggie Pye !!!!

What about Humphrey Bower’s performance did you like?

Again! as in the Potato Factory he was ********** super. could listen to him all day long

If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Tommo and Hawk..

Any additional comments?

this second book in the series is just wonderful I enjoyed it as much as the P Factory. a lot of interesting facts about Australia and how the country was being run , some of which is quite an eye opener,

The twins unite ...

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Unique story that engages the listener, and educates without boring. Great narration. A really enjoyable read

Excellent in both story and narration,

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I loved it and was immersed from the very first page. I love Bryce's descriptive writing which makes you feel a part of the book and so beautifully tweaks the emotions and takes you back to the era of the story. Can't wait to start the last book in the trilogy. Once again Humphrey brought it all into focus with his wonderful narration.

a journey into the rawness of the 19th century

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