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Win 1 Of 15 Copies Of The Governor, His Wife And His Mistress By Sue Williams

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From the bestselling author of Elizabeth & Elizabeth and That Bligh Girl, comes another fascinating story of female friendship, betrayal and triumphs based on historical events. Here’s your chance to win a copy of The Governor, His Wife and His Mistress.

‘The very best historical fiction … Williams’ novel gives voice in a page-turning narrative to the compelling lives and experiences of two forgotten women of early colonial Australia.’ Melissa Ashley, author of The Naturalist of Amsterdam

‘I very much enjoyed That Bligh Girl, and eagerly look forward to reading its prequel.’ Judy Nunn, author of Black Sheep

When future governor Philip Gidley King sailed with the First Fleet to the new colony, he had his pick of the convict women to look after him.

Two years, and two sons, later, he set out back to England to provide a report on Sydney and its newly tamed Norfolk Island, as his mistress Ann Inett begged him to return to her and their children.

After a year and a half he did – but bringing with him a shocking secret that would cut her to the core, and change all their lives forevermore.

This is a story of tangled love affairs, female friendship, twisted loyalties, betrayals, hardship, male infidelity, and the tragedies and triumphs of life in a new land.

‘Williams skilfully shows the too-often overlooked impact women had on the early development of the colony.’ Meg Keneally, Weekend Australian

‘Superb narration and engrossing drama.’ Tom Keneally on That Bligh Girl

‘Williams draws a touching portrait of a friendship that manages to thrive despite difficulties small and large.’ Sydney Morning Herald/The Age on Elizabeth & Elizabeth

Please note this competition is open from 24th February 2025 until 24th May 2025 and is only available to members of Mouths Of Mums. This competition is a game of skill – answer in 50 words or less. We are unable to accept entries posted via facebook. Facebook LIKE functionality is not a requirement of entry to this competition. The winners of this competition will be published on this page. Winners’ name and address will be provided to the promoter of this competition and prizes will be sent to the address you have in Your Profile. Please ensure your details are up to date so that you receive your prize.

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  • My TBR list isn’t big enough

  • I want this book because I can show my friends and family the often untold story that women often played in Australia early colonial history. Additionally, it will serve as a reminder for us of the powerlessness that those not part of the upper class had.

  • With little miss watching her Cabby dollshouse etc and they house work is done
    With the cooler weather approaching I love to curl up in my lounge chair and read
    As miss having autism she does not like loud noises.
    So I love to take the time to catch up on reading

  • Sounds like a great read and I need to relax and this would help me relax

  • I’d love to win a copy of The Governor, His Wife And His Mistress—because a good book and comfy bras are all I need for a cozy day!

  • Retirement has given me all the time in the world to get back into reading, which I love. It’s is exciting to get a new book in the mail and just curl up and enjoy, especially with Winter coming up fast.

  • Always love a good book

  • Oohhh the title says it all. Full of historical drama that will keep me turning every page & wanting more.

  • I love reading about Australian history particularly around the time of colonization. This book would be interesting to read and the “scandals” involve would be very itriguing to see too!

  • Apparently this book is a gripping, scandal-filled read, so it would be a literary escapism from my very different life

  • I’d love to win this book to read and then swap with my mum and nanna in our monthly book club/swap. our little tradition keeps us connected and this one sounds great!

    This seems like a book my nanna would especially love!

  • I’ve been an avid reader since early childhood so many thanks to my dear Mum who passed from cancer when I was 17. In Brisbane in early days the only place we could go for books was in Paddington – a lending/exchange library of sorts – now 72 I still love to read – once I have read I would pass to my daughter-in-law who also loves books of an historical nature.

  • It sounds like a fantastic read, and one that might provide me with some insight into the lives of women in Colonial Australia. I don’t feel that I know a lot about this, and historical fiction is such an entertaining way to develop some understanding of other times.

  • The Governor, his Mistress and his wife, what more twists and turns could occur.

  • Love historical dramas, this sounds like an intriguing read!

  • I love reading books, especially historical fiction. Sue Williams is a wonderful author whose books are captivating and hard to put down.

  • I would like to win this book, as it sounds good and I love a good book with a cuppa

  • I live to read! I enter a different world and escape into happiness.

  • I love to read and i am always on the look out for a new book

  • Ti get lost in a book away from breakfast, school drop off, grocery shopping, cook clean, school pick up work dinner lunches sleep REPEAT

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