Antonia Murphy Boeken

Set against the backdrop of a challenging farming experience, the narrative follows a group's humorous and chaotic attempts to manage their charges, including chickens, cats, and a cow named Lucky. Their struggles highlight their lack of farming skills, as they face daily challenges and unexpected events, such as the disappearance of a cat and the frequent escapes of Lucky. With eleven months remaining in their endeavor, the story promises a blend of comedy and the realities of rural life.

Exploring the complexities of motherhood and societal norms, this memoir recounts the author's journey as she establishes an ethical escort agency in a small New Zealand town. With a blend of humor and poignancy, she challenges conventional views on sexuality and empowerment, aiming to create positive change in her community. The story's unique premise has inspired a major international TV series featuring Rachel Griffiths and Martin Henderson, highlighting its cultural impact.

The book approaches suicide from the point of view of the suicidal state of mind and is intended to help us understand more about this condition. In its essence suicide is examined as a largely unconscious aggressive act having its roots in a perceived or real experience of thwarted childhood needs.