The Silence of Water - a story of convict intrigue in colonial Australia

Dr Sharron Booth discusses her debut novel, The Silence of Water. Based on the the true story of Edwin Salt, a convict sent out to Australia in the mid 1800s, this novel explores the lives of those who surrounded him and were impacted by him. In this interview, Sharron talks about the comprehensive research process, and what compelled her to take the direction that she did. 

The Silence of Water is published by Fremantle Press and due for release in May, 2022. 

About Sharron Booth

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