Women in Wartime | Jude Dobson & Olivia Spooner

Saturday 17 August, 2pm – 3pm (doors open 1.30pm)
Franklin: The Centre hosted by Pukekohe Library

Join us for a fascinating afternoon as authors Jude Dobson and Olivia Spooner delve into the untold stories of remarkable women during wartime with author Rosetta Allan.

About the books

The Last Secret Agent by Jude Dobson with Pippa Latour
Discover the extraordinary true story of Pippa Latour, a courageous undercover agent who parachuted into Nazi-occupied France in 1944. Jude Dobson, alongside Pippa, documented her incredible life, bringing her bravery and heroism to light.

The Girl From London by Olivia Spooner
Step into 1940s London and wartime New Zealand with Olivia Spooner's heartwarming tale. Schoolteacher Ruth escorts child evacuees across the globe, a journey filled with unexpected twists. Years later, Hazel uncovers a family secret linked to Ruth's wartime experience.

Meet the authors and facilitator

Olivia Spooner is a historical fiction author inspired by true stories. She brings her passion for storytelling and her background in healthcare to create captivating narratives.

Jude Dobson, a well-known television personality and Homegrown TV documentary producer, sheds light on Pippa Latour's remarkable life through their collaboration on "The Last Secret Agent."

Facilitated by Rosetta Allan, a critically acclaimed writer of prose and poetry. Her historical novel "Purgatory" was a bestseller, and her latest novel, "Crazy Love", delves into the complexities of love.

Don't miss this opportunity to be inspired by these unforgettable women!

Parking & accessibility

On-street parking is available.

The facility is wheelchair accessible.

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Book sales by Whitcoulls Pukekohe ​and author signing will be available after the event or you can borrow the Bestie titles from the Pukekohe Library team.

This event is presented by Auckland Council Libraries as part of We Read Auckland / Ka Pānui Tātou i Tāmaki Makaurau.