Moving from the wilds of a free-love commune in 1970s New Zealand to the big hair and headbands of 1980s London, Bianca Zander’s second novel is a unique and valuable addition to New Zealand fiction.
A single prediction from a mysterious travelling hippy sets in motion a decade of fear and flawed decisions for young Poppy, who grew up on a commune, where the children had no specific parents but rather a community of loving adults. Exploring emotional and physical isolation, the novel delivers impeccable character development and a beautiful portrayal of motherhood, love, fate and imperfect choices.
Words by: Jennifer Byrne, Katie Ekberg, Rowena Mara, Nicola Russell, Rachel Sumner and Bea Taylor.