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Set in the vibrant King’s Cross of 1960s Sydney, *Angel* follows Harriet Purcell as she leaves her conventional home and loveless relationship to find a new life in a rooming house owned by the fortune‑teller Mrs. Delvecchio Schwartz. Within this colorful community, Harriet discovers excitement, passion, and a deep affection for her mute neighbour, 4‑year‑old Flo. When tragedy threatens the child she loves, Harriet is forced to confront the lengths she will go to protect her, weaving together themes of love, courage, and societal norms of the era.
First publish date: March 7, 2005
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Colleen McCullough
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