Entertainment
7 November, 2024
Eighth book by local author
A NEW book that seeks to promote the beauty of the Far North and keep readers entertained until the final page has been released by well-known author Frances Dall’Alba.
The book, The Glittering Star, is Frances’ eighth published book and the second book in her new series called, Sway of the Stars which consists of four romances centred around four friends.
Frances is passionate about promoting the region she lives in, and this book is no different, weaving a romantic story amongst the beautiful environment of Lake Barrine, featuring the stunning lake and rainforest, the iconic teahouse, the boat cruise and the majestic twin kauri pine trees.
“It touches on the history of the lake as a once popular waterskiing destination in its heyday, as well as touching on the progression of windmill farms in the north,” Frances said.
“Also weaved into the story are our Tablelands potato farmers and how they greatly contribute to major Australian crisp companies.
“The book is dedicated to TREAT, and this fabulous volunteer organisation. Their motto of ‘The right tree in the right place for the right reason’, resonated with me, and by the end of the book, the readers knows this organisation is a real one, and what they do.”
The Glittering Star features Roberta Mintello who is sent to North Queensland by her distraught mother, to dig up a small box buried nearly 30 years ago. It’s no help that it’s buried beside giant trees, in a protected national park, on the shores of a stunning lake.
Its mystery will only be revealed when the box is returned.
For Frances, life is about writing, climbing mountains, searching for waterfalls and swimming across lakes. She says she loves to exercise, “would prefer it if someone else cooked dinner every night, and never notices dust on the furniture”.
She lives with her husband in tropical Far North Queensland, Australia, and uses her great baking skills to tempt her three daughters to visit home as often as they can.
The new book is available to purchase online or from Eacham Hardware in Malanda.
Go to www.francesdallalba.wixsite.com/francesdallalba for more information.
