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David Farrell

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The father of six, David Farrell, has children scattered across the globe. Exploring New Zealand, England, Portugal, and Japan.
Born in Africa, his writing reflects his life experiences on three continents in his favourite genres of historical fiction, coming of age sagas, and non-fiction.
Having led for over half a century, he now possesses a deep fascination for human behaviours.
Nestled in the scenic Waikato district of Aotearoa, New Zealand, he and his lifelong partner live in a small rural town. Where he is writing his third and fourth novels.

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Final touches to novel #3

Final touches to novel #3 in The Wilde Collection complete, then off to my editor. Concluding tweaks, then to my publisher. The most challenging aspect is accepting that you’ve given your all.

Book #4 underway and the last novel in the series. (2025)

Book #5 a non-fiction project 5 years in the writing. (2026)

Book #6 running through my mind and playing out in my dreams and nightmares. (2027)

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Better Left Dead by Catherine Lea
"I absolutely devoured this crime thriller.

A murder mystery set in the far north of New Zealand.

Nyree Bradshaw is a strong yet flawed female lead detective tasked with finding the town recluse’s killer.

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"I would be reasonably confident in stating that the popular perception of Māori resistance to Land Sales centres around the New Zealand Wars of the 1840s-1870s and the Kīngitanga movement. I would also go further and venture that it does warp New Zea" Read more of this review »
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