Loot by Tania James

Loot by Tania JamesAn epic historical heist novel of plundered treasure, savage empire, lasting love and a young man's dream to make his mark on the world. From an Indian American writer at the height of her powers. 'Loot held me spellbound from the first page an expertly plotted, deeply affecting novel ' Maggie O'Farrell An epic tale of plundered treasure, savage empire, lasting love and a young man's dream to make his mark on the world. Meet Abbas. Woodcarver, toy

But under a tyrannical religious regime who consider the mere existence of a black female leader a threat

and the simultaneous uncovering of the traces of ancient Australia by pioneering archaeologists

each with their own unique love story to share

plus the iconic walks to be found around Uluru and Kata Tjuta

Maddie doesn't know what the hell she wants

tracing a journey across the southern island that takes us full circle

and the culture of denial that has prevented truth-telling in this country

are able to embrace our true selves and discover that we are already complete and perfect

are lost or broken

Told in Pamela Allen's famously irresistible rhyme

learning fascinating facts and discovering the answers to life's questions

has left the house for the first time in twelve years