Barbara in the Bush

by Christopher Cummings

Australian Cadet Warrant Officer, seventeen-year-old Barbara Brassington, is on a promotion training camp in the bush near Bunyip River in North Queensland. To her mixed delight and dismay, Cupid's arrow finds its mark, forcing her to confront her own mental demons--particularly her sexuality. But there is vicious rivalry which splits the course into factions and Barbara finds herself in deadly peril deep in the bush. Barbara must use her cadet training to survive this hostile environment, which will test her character and endurance to the limit. About the Christopher Cummings is a Vietnam veteran, teacher, parent, traveller, Officer of Cadets, and author of 35 books. Bushwalking, history and travel have added depth to his experiences. He grew up in Cairns and Cape York Peninsula, experiencing many adventures in the North Queensland bush and at sea in his father's ships, adventures he has woven into his books.

330 pages, Paperback

Published January 14, 2020