2009 Longlist
Mr Allbones’ Ferrets
ABOUT
THE BOOK
A young man out poaching. A beautiful maiden in a mysterious house. A perilous voyage to distant islands. All the ingredients of a highly coloured Victiorian romance are played out in the context of the great colonial experiment.
NOMINATING LIBRARY COMMENTS
A very popular novel that has captured the imagination of our readers.
A delicate satirical romance about how humans disturb the balance of nature at their peril.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Country
New Zealand
Original Language
English
Publisher
Vintage Random House New Zealand