London 1800s to Parramatta 1820s

An Unlikely Partnership

Josh Callan is a London lad making the best of the life dealt to him. Stealing from the man who killed his father, Josh gets arrested. The judge belittles him, saying he is not worth tuppence.

Transported to the penal colony of Sydney, Josh arrives at the commencement of Governor Lachlan Macquarie's term.

Life in the Colonial town opens opportunities Josh could never have dreamed about and soon proves his worth to the Governor, becoming his confidante.

Can Josh find his niche?

Where will this strange friendship take Josh and his family?

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Buy Tuppence to Pass to find out how Josh copes in a new land.

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If you love Australian Colonial history, you will love Sara Powter's Tuppence To Pass.'
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