Kylie Fitzpatrick
Bolinda published UNDER THE BLACK MOUNTAIN by K.T. Fitzpatrick, the first in the Eva Willoughby series set in 1919 Australia, as an audio book on 1 May 2024. Andrew Miller, author of the Costa Book of the Year winning PURE, says: “A sharply written, fast-moving mystery set in a wonderfully evoked post-Gallipoli Australia. A deeply pleasurable read.”
Kylie Fitzpatrick, also known as K.T. Fitzpatrick, was born in Denmark and grew up in England, America and Australia. She taught Creative Writing at Bath Spa University before becoming an independent educator, and now develops original course materials for writers. She is the author of THE SILVER THREAD, TAPESTRY and THE SECRET OF THE NINTH STONE, and has been published in eleven languages.
Praise for UNDER THE BLACK MOUNTAIN:
“A sharply written, fast-moving mystery set in a wonderfully evoked post-Gallipoli Australia. A deeply pleasurable read.” Andrew Miller, author of the Costa Book of the Year winning PURE
“Utterly enthralling. The protagonist’s quest for truth and redemption takes readers on a thrilling ride through vividly depicted landscapes and encounters with a diverse cast of characters. Fitzpatrick’s skilful storytelling and rich imagery keep readers engaged from start to finish.” NetGalley reviewer 5 stars
Praise for TAPESTRY (published by Head of Zeus 2018):
“Brings alive a pivotal yet little known point in history – richly textured and well-crafted writing.” Amazon reviewer, 5 stars
“A very clever interwoven plot covering real events but embellished with fictional characters – all so plausible. The book is beautifully written and intriguing.” Amazon reviewer, 5 stars
“I couldn’t put TAPESTRY down. A beautifully written & very well researched historical fiction. I was hooked from the beginning to the end.” Amazon reviewer, 5 stars
Praise for THE SILVER THREAD (published by Head of Zeus 2012) :
“A novel of genuine power and conviction” Sunday Times
“Impressively researched and closely imagined. An exciting, spirited and ambitious tale.” Andrew Miller, author of PURE
“Fitzpatrick’s world is well-researched and many-hued, filled with references that enrich the reader’s experience.” For Books’ Sake
Praise for THE NINTH STONE (published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson 2007, reissued by Head of Zeus in 2018 as THE SECRET OF THE NINTH STONE):
“(the novel) excels in presenting complex ideas such as fatalism and human fraility in the face of fear and desire” Saturday Telegraph
“(this) debut novel is a very entertaining romp through a world of muckraking journalism, child labour and deadly cults … very enjoyable – perfect for curling up with on a miserable February day” Gloss Magazine
