Diamonds in the Dirt

Lockleys of Parramatta Series Book 3 (re-edited 2025)

Diamonds in the Dirt

Clean Historical Fiction set in Parramatta, in the early 1840s and 50s. An adventure in search of gems and himself, but there is more to life than wealth.

Luke Lockley is the youngest of six siblings, known as the studious one in his family and the first student at the new university in Sydney. He continues his studies even after hearing that his beloved Ellen has married someone else. Now, with no job, no money, and love lost, Luke wonders if studying is all his life will ever be. He prays for guidance.

Ellen Miller has loved Luke since their childhood, refusing to consider marrying anyone but him. Yet, for the past four years, Luke has ignored her. She cannot understand what drove him away.

When Reverend William Clarke seeks helpers for a mineral expedition, he invites Luke to join.

Seizing this opportunity, Luke suddenly finds himself face-to-face with Ellen.

Will they resolve their differences before Luke departs on this long adventure?

'Diamonds in the Dirt' is the third book in a 100-year family saga of Colonial and convict Australia. Set in the post-convict era of Parramatta.

If you love Australian Colonial history, you will love Sara Powter's 'Diamonds in the Dirt.'

A clean historical tale of love, adventure and enduring friendships.

Buy 'Diamonds in the Dirt' to discover if Luke will achieve his dreams of finding his lost love as well as diamonds.

(The author's convict family history loosely inspires this saga.)

The family saga continues with Charlie, the eldest son's story.

It is found in the next volume, "The Earl's Shadow."

The legacy of one can change an Empire.