Sarah L Barnett
Sarah is an author residing in Melbourne and she has worked as a lawyer for over 20 years. She has also been a teaching associate in law at Monash University. Sarah’s other writing accomplishments include an article published in The Victorian Writer magazine and she has been interviewed live on ABC radio and for Graziher magazine and Public Accountant Magazine. She is an experienced speaker and has appeared as a guest speaker at the Melbourne Business School.
Young Adult Fantasy, Action and Adventure
The Chalice of Fortune
An action-packed adventure for readers aged 9 to adult or those young at heart with an adventurous spirit. It is a unique blend of historical fact and fiction, making history accessible and engaging for young readers. Set at the height of World War II in England, two young cousins come together for the adventure of their lives. Dannie, a social misfit and cousin Clarence must race against time to save Dannie’s father, who has disappeared from his employer’s armament factory.
Whilst on their quest to find Dannie's father, they visit Warwick Castle where they encounter ghosts, evil spirits and German spies - all of whom are seeking the mystical Chalice of Fortune. The Chalice can provide the outcome they seek but they must find it before it falls into the wrong hands. Come on the adventure of a lifetime as Dannie, Clarence and their friends face personal and physical challenges at every turn. Can the children find the powerful relic before the enemy? Follow the clues to find out.
Sarah's debut novel, The Chalice of Fortune, pays tribute to her family’s lineage in Warwickshire, sparking children’s interest in historical fact and fiction.
