Two souls,
one hundred years apart,
bound by lands that both
embrace and betray.
by Brendon Patrick
Genre: Historical Fiction
War is a Racket, and
Culture is Blind: The True Cost of Conflict
Journey through a century of strife in this gripping
dual-timeline novel with:
George Sher Gul:
A Muslim cameleer fleeing early 20th Century Afghanistan, seeking hope in
Australia's unforgiving outback. He navigates harsh landscapes and the
prejudices of White Australia, with his dream of belonging hanging by a thread.
Patterson: An
Australian soldier in post-9/11 Afghanistan, questioning the war's true motives
amidst corruption and personal demons.
Their intertwined stories challenge our beliefs on war,
peace, and humanity.
Experience heart-wrenching choices, cultural clashes across
generations, and a quest for belonging spanning continents.
This thought-provoking historical fiction exposes
deep-rooted xenophobia, drawing parallels between early 20th century Australia
and today's complex geopolitical landscape.
Together, it offers a witty yet unflinching critique of
global politics—questioning the cyclical nature of conflict.
From sun-baked Australian deserts to war-torn Afghan
streets, immerse yourself in a powerful journey through time and culture.
Will George Sher Gul find his future in a land that views
him as an outsider?
Can Patterson discover peace amidst chaos and national
expectations?
Uncover these answers in a compelling tale of resilience,
hope, and the enduring human spirit.
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embark on an unforgettable adventure that will challenge your perspectives and
touch your heart!
What readers
are saying:
Between breathtaking descriptions of Afghanistan's demonic and razor-sharp craggy edges and the sun-scorched Australian outback, Brendon Patrick weaves a tale that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about both nations' shared history.
~ Fionna
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Brendon Patrick is an emerging voice in historical fiction,
drawing upon his experiences as a veteran of the Australian Army and his
heritage as a descendant of Afghan Cameleers. His debut novel: Afghani explores
the untold stories of Australia’s multicultural past.
Based in Brisbane, Brendon is a self-taught writer who founded Bulldog Self
Publishing to bring authentic Australian stories to readers. When not writing,
he can be found spending time with his beloved bulldogs and advocating for
diverse voices in literature.
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The Craft Behind the Creation
Many people ask me about my process.
How do you find time to write is the most common, and the answer is straightforward: I keep a well-thought-out and planned weekly schedule.
Writing AFGHANI took me 3 plus dedicated years to craft, and its significant investment of time that I don’t foresee translating into any financial reward. But that’s also not why I write.
Writing a book is perhaps one of the hardest things a person can achieve, and it’s a labour of love where the rewards lay in people engaging with my work.
That being said—and knowing that most writers don’t make money from the years of work they put into a finished product—I think that’s something readers should seek to honour more, because we are doing this for the love of all things books!
Do I believe in writer’s block? Not at all.
Writer’s block, to me is just ego standing in a writer's way.
But most literary ambition also begins from a place of ego, so it can’t be ignored, but I’ll tell anyone who is struggling with a blank page this: let go, completely.
Do not try to sound like somebody else, and especially not your heroes. Go in search of your own unique voice by writing with complete abandon… almost like it’s a journal that no one will ever read.
That’s the path to (self)discovery, and that’s the voice readers want to hear.
Nothing has been more liberating, in my own journey than understanding that!
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