Surviving Sydney Cove

Surviving Sydney Cove

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Format Kindle
Pages 130
Language English
Published Jun 27, 2014
Publisher Scholastic Australia
ISBN-10 1925063984
ISBN-13 9781925063981
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Lizzie Harvey finds herself in the stark reality of Sydney Cove, a world far removed from what she once knew. As a convict, she faces the relentless hardships of survival, gripped by the harshness of her new life. Deprived of sustenance and overworked beyond her limits, each day becomes a grueling fight against despair and exhaustion. The Australian landscape stretches before her, wild and unforgiving, as she battles both the elements and the ever-present threat of brutality from those around her.

Amidst the struggle, Lizzie's resilience emerges, blossoming in the least expected moments. She forges connections with fellow convicts, unearthing fragments of humanity within a system designed to strip it away. The bond they share, fueled by shared hardship and the longing for freedom, brings a flicker of hope to their bleak existence. Together, they navigate the trials of the unforgiving colony, learning to survive not just physically, but emotionally, finding strength in one another.

As Lizzie's journey unfolds, it is marked by harrowing choices and the quest for dignity against all odds. Her story encapsulates the essence of survival, highlighting the indomitable spirit of individuals who, even in the face of overwhelming adversity, seek to carve a place for themselves in a world that often seems devoid of mercy.

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