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The Potato Factory

The Australian Trilogy, Book 1

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The Potato Factory

Written by: Bryce Courtenay
Narrated by: Humphrey Bower
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Ikey Solomon is very successful indeed, in the art of thieving. Ikey's partner in crime is his mistress, the forthright Mary Abacus, until misfortune befalls them. They are parted and each must make the harsh journey from 19th century London to Van Diemens Land.

In the backstreets and dives of Hobart Town, Mary learns the art of brewing and builds The Potato Factory, where she plans a new future. But her ambitions are threatened by Ikey's wife, Hannah, her old enemy. The two women raise their separate families. As each woman sets out to destroy the other, the families are brought to the edge of disaster.

©2013 Bryce Courtenay.By arrangement with Penguin Group (Australia). Copyright Christine Courtenay (P)2014 Bolinda Publishing
Historical Fiction
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loved this novel

I highly recommend this book if you like historical fiction that can be a bit grungy. the characters are perfect and the journey they go on keeps you listening. #audible1

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stunned

stunned at how attached to Mr Solomon, Spermwhale Sally, and quite honestly all the cast, I became and how angry I got at the villains. this is how all aspiring writers should approach their trade. in my humble opinion...

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Another great story by Bryce Courtenay

written by bryce courtenay this book to me would be not much if it weren't for the reading of it by mr Humphrey Bower
cant wait to read tomo and halk next

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One of the best!

Could NOT put it down. Amazing book full of unusual plots and twists..
A great listen by an amazing author and reader.

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History Comes Alive.

An amazing journey. Looking forward to the next book. I love the ambiance of Old London and Tasmania.

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Wow

I am so impressed and glad: this author knocked it out of the park again. The last book was certainly the strongest in terms of story and conflict, but that's not to say the character building in the first book wasn't enjoyable. I never found myself glazing over any details; I was captivated the entire way through. What a journey! The narrator is extremely talented as well.

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brilliant performance

captivating story recounted by the extraordinary and versatile Humphrey Bower. I was a bit wary at first because I was afraid that the book may be anti-Semitic.I am still not sure but I couldn't stop listening. I am about to start on the second book of the trilogy this afternoon.

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one of my faves

Bryce Courtenay is one of my faves, other than the occasional miss, like Mathew Flinders Cat. the material is very familiar to me, so the excellent narration was critical. I really enjoyed this treatment.

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Absolutely the best narrator!

Great book! I definitely love this series! The narrator makes it all come to life. It is easy to forget that it is one person narrating when he makes each character come to life on their own.

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This Man is a Genius

What an incredible story. I was gripped by it from beginning to end. Humphrey Bower has to he my favorite narrator of all. He brings life to the story and you can almost see the characters as he reads. Do yourself a favor and listen to this book.

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