Thyla

Tasmanian teenager Tessa is found in the bush with scratches on her back and no memory of what happened or how they came to be there. What are they? What do they mean? When students at her school start disappearing, Tessa knows she must find out—whatever the cost.

A gripping paranormal mystery that draws on stories of the Thylacine, or Tasmanian Tiger, a creature believed to be extinct. First published in 2011, it was followed by a sequel, Vulpi.

Kate Gordon is a Tasmanian children’s author. She’s written picture books, books for younger readers, and books for young adults. Her most recent work, The Heartsong of Wonder Quinn (2020), was described as ‘Haunting and beautiful’ by Magpies magazine. For more information visit kate.gordon.com.au.