Set in England &Australia in the 1800s

Australian historical fiction of early colonial days

Ned Lockley is the second of four sons of the Duke and Duchess of Gracemere. As his mother's favourite, his childhood years were blissful, but he needs to grow up, and quickly.

A whirlwind romance is followed by a loved one's betrayal. The emotional turmoil that follows is hard for Ned to cope with, especially in the midst of a collapsing, immoral society.

Ned can't stay as even his family is falling apart. His mother's words to remain true to himself and his faith make him leave everything he knows.

How does Ned end up in New South Wales in charge of placing female convicts?

Will he ever find happiness or discover who Charles is?

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Unshackled Lives is a prequel to the series The Lockleys of Parramatta
This is Ned Grace's story.