Discover the stories, personal history, and 1960s inspiration hidden behind the cover design of An Unlikely Home - from a classic 1968 Mercedes-Benz Pagoda to Sydney Harbour.

Every historical novel needs a setting that feels alive. Learn about Carinya, the real 1891 Queen Anne villa that inspired the secret-filled house in An Unlikely Home.

Overwhelmed by a century of family history? Read how a mentor's quick advice and the vibrant voice of Aunt Val saved An Unlikely Home from structural chaos.