Meet the Author - Anthea Hodgson

Join us to help celebrate the launch of Anthea Hodgson's brand new book, The War Nurses!

Anthea will be in-conversation with fellow author Tess Woods to talk about the deeply personal inspiration for the book, and share insights to her research and writing journey.

The in-conversation will be followed by a book signing and light refreshments for a fun bookish night out.

About The War Nurses

In 1941, WA girls Minnie Hodgson and Margot McNee set sail for Singapore in search of adventure, full of excitement and keen to do their part working as nurses to the fallen soldiers in a time of war. What they encounter is an army of new friends and the terrors of a city under siege.

When the Japanese attack and Singapore falls, they are forced to flee aboard the Vyner Brooke. The ship is bombed, resulting in utter devastation. Separated in the mayhem, one group of nurses find themselves in prisoner-of-war camps for the duration of the war, surviving on their wits, with humour, dignity, loyalty and determination. But another group of young Australian nurses – the girls on the beach – are washed ashore on Bangka Island, where they will meet a fate that must never be forgotten.

Inspired by the author’s own family story, this is an unforgettable novel of enduring friendship and boundless courage, based on the shocking true events of the Bangka Island Massacre. It is both a riveting tale and an important tribute to our brave nurses who sacrificed so much during World War II.

Dymocks Joondalup will be selling The War Nurses, and Anthea will be available for book signing.

Cost $5.00. Book and pay online. For further information call 9400 4751.

Please note, the presentation will run for approximately one hour, and refreshments are included.

Parking: Please be aware that there is limited free parking at Joondalup library. Details of parking locations and fees can be found at the City’s Parking webpage.