 First edition | |
| Author | Tracy Sorensen |
|---|---|
| Country | Australia |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Novel |
| Publisher | Pan MacMillan, Australia |
Publication date | 27 February 2018 |
| Media type | Print (Paperback) |
| Pages | 304 |
| ISBN | 9781760552657 |
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