~ ‘Happiness depends on ourselves.’ ~ Aristotle ~

Speechwriter Kat Warlow knows it’s no mean trick keeping the entire population of Australia ‘relaxed and comfortable’. Choosing the right words for her boss, the so-called ‘Sexiest Minister Alive’, Lachlan Stuart MP, takes a deft touch – a woman’s touch, really. But handing in her banal resignation notice to Lach hardly seems the act of a wordsmith at the peak of her powers. Especially in June, 2001, with everyone in Parliament House tensed, anticipating an election announcement at any moment. Instead of flaunting her overpriced Isogawa gown at the upcoming Parliamentary Midwinter Ball in Canberra, Kat must flee back home to where she came from: a rundown caravan park in Adelaide’s beachside Semaphore. 

But needs must. She’s ready to sacrifice herself for his career.

The only problem is back ‘home’ – where little nuisances, like secrets, lies and betrayals await – doesn’t seem to want her, either.  

A story about finding our own voice amongst all we inherit from those we love.