Bestselling author Nicole Alexander, known for her captivating historical fiction, has once again enthralled readers with her latest novel. In an exclusive interview with Claudine Tinellis, host of the popular literary podcast “Talking with Claudine,” Nicole delves into the inspiration, themes, and creative process behind her newest release.
From the deserts of Egypt to the rolling hills of South Australia, The Limestone Road is a captivating novel about one soldier's courageous journey 'home'.
In the summer of 1944 returning soldiers Canning Christie and his father Michael arrive in South Australia from the desert sands of North Africa.
Canning carries the trauma of war and a fractured memory of a terrible event, while charismatic Michael resumes his womanising ways, intent on concealing his own secret wound.
Inexplicably drawn to a vineyard on their land, Canning dreams of producing his own wine. And a chance meeting with Grace Huntley, daughter of the local landowner, offers him hope for that future.
But dormant memories keep rising up: his childhood with his mother, the years traversing the interior with his father and his time at the front.
Soon, viniculture becomes an obsession - one he suspects lies in a hazy recollection of a night in battle. To move forward Canning must reconcile the past, even if that means working with Italian POWs and accepting help from an immigrant German . . .
. . . And ultimately taking a stand against his own father, whose increasingly reckless behaviour is threatening to destroy their new life.
About Nicole Alexander:
Nicole Alexander has a Master of Letters in Creative Writing and her novels, poetry, travel, writing and genealogy articles have been published in Australia, America, Singapore, New Zealand, Germany, Ukraine and Canada.
She is the author of twelve novels: The Bark Cutters, A Changing Land, Absolution Creek, Sunset Ridge, The Great Plains, Wild Lands, River Run, An Uncommon Woman, Stone Country, The Cedar Tree, The Last Station. and The Limestone Road Nicole lives in north-west NSW.
About Claudine Tinellis:
Claudine Tinellis is a well-known literary enthusiast and the host of the popular podcast “Talking with Claudine.” She has a passion for books and storytelling, which shines through in her engaging interviews with authors from various genres. Claudine’s podcast is a platform where she delves into the creative processes, inspirations, and personal journeys of writers, offering listeners a deeper understanding of their favorite books and the minds behind them.
With a background in literature and a keen eye for detail, Claudine brings insightful questions and thoughtful commentary to each episode. Her warm and approachable style makes her interviews a delight for both authors and listeners, fostering a sense of connection and community within the literary world.