Discover Australia! The Dressmaker by Rosalie Ham (2000)

The novel follows the story of Tilly Dunnage, a dressmaker who returns to her small rural hometown in Australia after years of exile.

She is determined to reclaim her past and make her mark in the town, despite the hostility of the locals.

Tilly uses her talent for dressmaking to her advantage, creating beautiful and extravagant gowns for the town's women.

The novel shows how Tilly's newfound fame and success slowly brings about a change of heart in the townspeople.

Tilly must also confront her own mother, whom she hasn't seen in many years, and the dark secrets of her past.

As Tilly overcomes her demons she finds herself and her place in the small town.

The novel explores themes of identity, belonging and acceptance.

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