In the unforgiving spinifex country, Rose MacGregor and her baby sister face danger as their family holiday turns perilous.
Threatened by armed strangers during a gem-fossicking expedition, Rosie’s mettle is tested.
In the searing 38-degree heat and desolate wilderness, she must rely on her army cadet training—wits, brains, memory, and determination—to navigate the treacherous terrain and protect her little sister.
Can Rose overcome the odds and protect her sister in the vast, challenging landscape of the Selwyn Ranges?
Spinifex is a gripping tale of courage, resourcefulness, and the indomitable spirit of a young army cadet in the rugged heart of Northwest Queensland.
Chris Cummings- a former soldier and Officer of Cadets, retired teacher, parent, traveller and writer. During the last 76 years Chris has lived a very full life crammed with experiences, from which he draws authentic detail for his books.
Chris grew up in Cairns and Cape York Peninsula, frequently going to sea in his father's ships and experiencing many adventures which he has woven into his books. Bushwalking, reading history and travel have added depth to his experience as did 63 years in uniform- 4 as an army cadet, 3 in the Regular Army, including a year on active service in Vietnam, and 23 in the Army Reserve plus 38 as an Officer of Cadets. So did 35 years of teaching. During that time he has raised a family and written 38 books. A dozen more are in production.
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