A new historical adventure novel by Phil Page
1788 – When Times Were Tough
The late late 18th Century was a challenging time, and the characters in this novel endured a harsh existence filled with perilous sailing voyages, daring escapades, convict life, danger, physical punishment, military personnel, family dynamics, and romance.
Elizabeth, who accompanies her parents, and Richard, a Marine, eventually find themselves on separate ships within the fleet. The eleven-ship fleet sailed from Portsmouth, England, with 800 convicts aboard to New South Wales, Australia, the “other side of the world”.
Two weeks after arriving in Sydney Cove, they eventually meet when they find themselves part of a small band of twenty-two aboard HMS Supply on the way to Norfolk – Stay tuned
Arriving on the 31st of August
See your local bookshop or book retailer and ask for When Times Were Tough
Email Contact: phil.page@beagle.com.au
Books Website: whentimesweretough.com
When Times Were Tough 