One woman ́s past threatens to expose a family, when after years of psychoanalysis Agnes returns to her roots in Australia for the first time in decades at the request of her devious mother. Yet, Agnes, also has her own reasons for making the journey. Amidst this vibrant and often amusing portrait of her youth, she is determined to uncover what lies behind her childhood amnesia and attain the happiness she has been denied. Discover a world of hope and joy as you unlock the secrets of Agnes' past and embark on an unforgettable journey of self-discovery.
If you enjoyed Educated by Tara Westover or Bad Blood by Lorna Sage, you'll love Agnes’ courageous adventure.
Judy King’s semi-autographical Agnes’s Broken Dreams is a remarkable first novel.
Diana Fortescue, Journalist
It’s so well written and interesting.
Lynne Franks OBE
Founder of the SEED Women’s Empowerment Platform
Judy King grew up in Australia; she has travelled through Southeast Asia, Japan, Mexico and the USA, and has spent time living in London, Malaysia and Sri Lanka. Judy attended the Lambeth School of Arts, and graduated from a ceramics course at the Sydney College of the Arts. She currently resides in Mallorca, where she creates sculptures and ceramics.