Belinda Alexandra in Conversation with Jane Tara

Join us for an evening of intrigue, glamour and hidden histories as internationally bestselling author Belinda Alexandra sits down with Jane Tara for a special Write Out West event.

Belinda Alexandra’s novels have captivated readers around the world with their rich historical detail, unforgettable characters and page‑turning suspense. In this conversation, she will discuss her stunning new novel — a glamorous and gripping story set in postwar Rome, where past loves linger like ghosts and nothing is quite as it seems. 

From the ruins of Pompeii to the salons of la dolce vita Rome, the novel follows war correspondent Veronica Gold as she is drawn into a dangerous web of romance, murder and espionage at the dawn of the nuclear age. 

Expect insights into Belinda’s writing life, her love of history and travel, and the inspirations behind her latest work — plus audience Q&A. 

Followed by a book signing with QBD Books 

Tickets cost $5 per person. Register for Belinda Alexandra in Conversation with Jane Tara.  

This is a Write Out West: Western Sydney Libraries and Literature Festival event. 

About the authors: 

Belinda Alexandra 

Belinda’s bestselling historical fiction has been published around the world, including in the United States, Spain, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Turkey, Hungary and Poland. She is the daughter of a Russian mother and an Australian father and has been fascinated by world culture and travel since her youth. She lives in Sydney with her three black cats and a garden full of interesting wildlife. Her hobbies include dancing, piano, and foreign languages. A lover of all creatures, Belinda volunteers with several animal charities. 

Jane Tara 

Jane has published over a hundred children's books, several plays and five novels. She's a daily meditator, a sucker for a rescue mutt and, most of all, a front-row cheerleader for her two sons. She spent thirteen years wandering the world and lived in five countries but is now happily at home in Sydney. 

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• No refunds, exchanges, or make-ups if you miss the event  
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