Vicky Adin is the author of six historical novels inspired by the ordinary men, women and children who emigrated to New Zealand in the late 19th Century. As a genealogist in love with history, these immigrants and their descendants drive Vicky’s stories. Her characters are set amidst the everyday happenings of that time, often rubbing shoulders with well-known names and involved in actual events. Vicky lives on the North Shore of Auckland, and holds a Master’s degree with First Class Honours in English and Education.