{"title":"Ilka Tampke","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Ilka Tampke, an author celebrated for her rich narratives and immersive storytelling. Tampke's works invite readers to traverse diverse landscapes of the human experience, skilfully blending historical and general fiction elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her compelling creations is \u003cem\u003eSkin\u003c\/em\u003e, a poignant novel that transports readers back to Iron Age Britain, where myth and history beautifully intertwine. This captivating tale explores identity, tradition, and the transformative power of embracing one's true self.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eSongwoman\u003c\/em\u003e, the much-anticipated continuation of \u003cem\u003eSkin\u003c\/em\u003e, Tampke delves deeper into these ancient worlds. Once again, she masterfully brings to life a narrative that is both epic in scope and deeply personal, exploring themes of love, power, and rebellion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who seek an exploration of the profound and the poetic, \u003cem\u003eHow to Love the World\u003c\/em\u003e offers thought-provoking insights into the beauty of existence. While differing in theme and approach, it complements her historical fiction by offering a reflection on the essence of humanity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIlka Tampke's collection is a must-read for those who relish the blend of historical depth and compelling storytelling, appealing to readers eager to journey through ancient worlds and timeless themes.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"skin-by-ilka-tampke-9781922182333","title":"Skin","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSkin\u003c\/em\u003e is a beautiful and brilliant book, a masterpiece. - John Marsden\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSouthwest Britain, AD 43. For the people of Caer Cad, 'skin' is their totem, their greeting, their ancestors, their land. Ailia does not have skin. 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Rome has colonised southeast Britain. Tortured by her part in the Roman attack that destroyed her township, Ailia has been living alone in a remote Welsh forest. She returns to a world that has been turned upside down. The tribespeople cling to what little land remains to them and invest their hope in the charismatic war-king, Caradog, who has been leading a guerrilla campaign against the encroaching army.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the fighting escalates, Ailia proves herself an indispensable advisor to the war-king. But she must overcome a fellow tribesman who has resolved to sabotage her, and subdue her passionate attraction to Caradog. 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The cool silence of the forest helps soothe what is repeatedly torn apart by family life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne morning, she decides to take a path she’s never walked before. Deep in this remote part of the forest, Nellika is struck by a falling manna gum branch, which pins her to the ground. Shockingly injured and unable to move, with no water or phone, her only hope is that someone will find her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen her children are born, Nellika vows she will be the perfect mother. Motherhood is something sacred, mythic: it will remake everything that is broken in her. But as her children grow, the myth begins to crack, and she realises some breaks can never be healed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the window of hope for rescue gradually closes, and darkness falls on what might be her last day, Nellika makes a reckoning of herself and the place where she lies. Is this fallen branch an accident or a punishment? 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