THE TRADER'S GIFT is the fourth novel in Anna Jacobs' wonderfully atmospheric saga series 'The Traders', set in Europe, the Orient and Australia's Swan River Colony.

'This story has something happening on every page...great characters and the ensemble of secondary characters flow easily with some quite complicated plots flowing well around the central story.' Australian Romance Readers Association on THE TRADER'S SISTER 'A compelling read' Sun on FREEDOM'S LAND Impressive grasp of human emotions. The Sunday Times Anna Jacobs' books are deservedly popular. She is one of the best writers of Lancashire sagas around. Historical Novels Review Jacobs excels at creating vivid, memorable characters. Booklist USA 'A gripping storyteller.' Sunday Star Times, Auckland, NZ This is a fascinating insight into a piece of Australia's history that receives little attention. Newcastle Herald, Australia on FREEDOM'S LAND

Anna Jacobs grew up in Lancashire and emigrated to Australia, but still visits the UK regularly to see her family and do research, something she loves. She is the bestselling author of over sixty novels. Pride of Lancashire won the Australian Romantic Book of the Year Award in 2006, and The Trader's Wife is on the shortlist for the 2012 award. You can find out more on her website, www.annajacobs.com.