Saving Spade: WW1 Has Ended But the Battle to Save a Horse Has Just Begun

Author: Dennis Ogden

Publisher: Coolum Beach, Queensland: Ogden Imprint, 2017

Saving Spade: WW1 Has Ended But the Battle to Save a Horse Has Just Begun

A story of an Aboriginal soldier, Lewis who crosses all perils in the desert to be with his loyal companion as World War I ends and soldiers are relieved from their duties but not the horses. He rejects the idea of leaving his beloved horse behind. Stuck in the Arabian desert with young A’isha, a mute Bedouin girl, he has to find a way back using his spiritual powers. In Saving Spade, narrated by Lewis himself, and A'isha, the author Dennis Ogden covers two different cultures, their beliefs and morals in a captivating way. 

What happens with them in the huge and unforgiving desert and if he is able to bring his beloved Spade back? A tale of hope, heartbreak, loyalty and empathy.. A must read…

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Follow after Me

Author: Allison Marlow Paterson

Publisher: Newport, New South Wales: Big Sky Publishing, 2018

Follow after Me

An engrossing and moving story set in World War I and modern times. Story of two young women, separated by a century but mysteriously connected by a tiny key that helps them find their identity and listen to their hearts. 

Lizzie, a perfect daughter, student and sister in 2018 throws away her life for a risky relationship with a charismatic but traitorous and narcissistic football player, Brandon who hides his predatory intention.

In the parallel narrative, her great grand-mother, Evie in 1914 finds her dreams shattered as her beloved Tom Windridge, leaves the family’s farm to serve in the World War I. A key connects them during this horrendous time. Combining factual information and historical details with human emotions, the writer has created a masterpiece for not only young adults but adults too.

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