Our Shadows

· Bolinda · Narrated by Eleanor Stankiewicz
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Our Shadows tells the story of three generations of family living in Kalgoorlie, where gold was discovered in 1893 by an Irish-born prospector named Paddy Hannan, whose own history weaves in and out of this beguiling novel. Sisters Nell and Frances were raised by their grandparents and were once closely bound by reading and fantasy. Now they live in Sydney and are estranged from each other. Each in her own way struggles with the loss of their parents. Little by little the sisters grow to understand the imaginative force of the past and the legacy of their shared orphanhood. Then Frances decides to make a journey home to the Kalgoorlie goldfields to explore what lies hidden and unspoken in their lives, in the shadowy tunnels of the past.
Our Shadows tells the story of three generations of family living in Kalgoorlie, where gold was discovered in 1893 by an Irish-born prospector named Paddy Hannan, whose own history weaves in and out of this beguiling novel. Sisters Nell and Frances were raised by their grandparents and were once ...

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Gail Jones is one of Australia’s most celebrated writers. She is the author of two short-story collections and ten novels, including Sixty Lights, which was longlisted for the 2004 Man Booker Prize. Her work has been translated into several languages. Shortlisted four times for the Miles Franklin Award, Jones has won prizes including the Colin Roderick Award, the Adelaide Festival Award for Fiction, and the 2023 ARA Historical Novel Prize for Salonika Burning. Originally from Western Australia, she now lives in Sydney.

Eleanor Stankiewicz is a seasoned performer with a voice that's warm and rich. With her background in improvisation, she can create a cavalcade of characters, bringing scripts to life with unparalleled vibrancy and depth. Eleanor trained at the National Institute of Dramatic Art with both a BDA (Acting) and MFA (Voice). Her theatre expertise adds an exciting dynamic to every project. Whether it's a commercial, narration, or character work, Eleanor's voice captivates audiences, leaving a lasting impression that resonates long after the final word.

Gail Jones is one of Australia’s most celebrated writers. She is the author of two short-story collections and ten novels, including Sixty Lights, which was longlisted for the 2004 Man Booker Prize. Her work has been translated into several languages. Shortlisted four times for the Miles Franklin...

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