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105 book trails

  • Location: Christchurch

In the Land of the Long White Cloud

1800s: Set against the backdrop of colonial nineteenth-century New Zealand, this is a saga of friendship, romance, and unforgettable adventure.

  • Location: Hokitika

The Luminaries

1866: A mid-19th century world of shipping and banking at the middle of the goldrush boom and bust

  • Location: Whangarei

The Whale Rider

Timeless: A mystical story of Maori culture and an insight into tribal lifestyle, beliefs and history

  • Location: Otago Region, Alexandra

Carnival Sky

2000s: Sometimes death puts life on hold

  • Location: London, Russell, Pahia, Bay of Islands

Survivor (Belle 3)

1938, WW2:  Russell, New Zealand:  Mariette, daughter of Belle and Etienne is strong-willed, a little bit defiant and bored.

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The Book of Heartbreak

2025: Heartbreak is always devastating, but for Sare it’s life-threatening.

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