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William McCloskey’s best-selling novel Highliners established him as an authority on the dangers and hardships of the Alaskan fishing industry. Now in an epic sequel, Breakers returns to Kodiak to chart the fortunes of McCloskey’s beloved characters as they make their living from the sea.

SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2023 WALKLEY BOOK AWARD SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2023 AUSTRALIAN POLITICAL BOOK OF THE YEAR SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2024 ABIA GENERAL NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR WINNER OF THE 2024 DANGER AWARD FOR TRUE CRIME 'There is no doubt the truth would have been concealed and our concerns...

The extraordinary story of a headmaster turned cryptographer, and our top-secret war with the Kaiser's Reich. On 11 August 1914, just days after war had been declared, Australian Captain J.T. Richardson boarded a German merchant vessel fleeing Melbourne's Port Phillip and audaciously seized a...

Beyond The Breakers is a podcast about shipwrecks, loss, and lessons learned from maritime disasters.

Welcome to The Oath Breakers Podcast, hosted by Lauren Marie. Oaths are a solemn commitment that people make to uphold specific standards of conduct, whether in government, healthcare, finance, or other fields. However, there are instances where individuals break these oaths, such as politicians engaging in treason, doctors neglecting their duties, or financiers resorting to fraud. Join us as we explore the complex motivations behind oath-breaking. Why do individuals take oaths they may not honor? What drives them to betray their commitments, and what are the consequences? Delve into these ...

'I loved it' ELOISA JAMES 'Smart, sexy, and always romantic' JULIA QUINN 'For a smart, witty and passionate historical romance, I recommend anything by Sarah MacLean' LISA KLEYPAS New York Times bestselling author Sarah MacLean follows her highly acclaimed Bombshell with Heartbreaker, featuring...

The coolest podcast about the Cold War.