Tara Marlow in-conversation with Alexandra Larach

The Housesitter is a masterful addition to Marlow's oeuvre, blending suspense with a deep exploration of personal transformation. The story centres on Mathilda (Em) McKinney, who takes up a seemingly straightforward housesitting job in a remote Tasmanian community. However, as unsettling events unfold, she finds herself entangled in a web of secrets and danger, compelling her to confront her past and discover her true strength.

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Tara Marlow is a bestselling Australian author renowned for her work in suspense and women's fiction. After a two-decade corporate career in the United States and a subsequent stint as a travel writer, she now dedicates herself to crafting compelling narratives about women overcoming insurmountable challenges and discovering their true selves.

Alexandra Larach is a leader in creating unforgettable literary gatherings. She is best known for her work with Sisters in Crime NSW and Book Fair Australia, weaving magic that brings book lovers and writers into the same spellbinding narrative. With love for the thrilling word of crime and mystery, Alexandra's passion knows no bounds. Ask her about her favourite authors like Agatha Christie and you'll uncover a budding author's heart ablaze with inspiration. Alexandra Larach doesn't just facilitate interviews - she crafts experiences that leave minds racing and hearts pounding for more.