Tasman: An Innocent Convict's Struggle For Freedom

I was provided an ecopy of Tasman: An Innocent Convict's Struggle For Freedom by Paddy Eger for review.

A story of survival for an innocent young man sent to the Australian Penal Colony. The author paints a detailed picture of the bleak existence of those sent to Australia in its early days as a colony. Ean McCloud is sentenced to the colony for theft. What follows is a struggle for survival in as hostile an environment as one can imagine.

Ean's love for his girlfriend maintains him for years as a convict. He is always focused on getting out of the colony. His life turns into what would be termed a grand adventure if it weren't so horrific. The stakes are of the ultimate variety. Probable death if he fails. 

What we witness as readers is the rebirth and renewal of Ean in the new land. We root for him and suffer with him throughout. I was engaged in this story from beginning to end. Good drama, survival action, hope and despair. Very entertaining. Enjoy!

Mike