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Hana's life in a tropical village is predictable and simple until she answers an advertisement. A journey with new friends, to new places, and training for work which she dreams will bring a better life for her family start the story. Work placements which seem so suitable to start with, step by step lead to a murder, judgement and 'diya' - the law of the desert based on the will of those injured, an 'eye for an eye', or reconciliation.

'...powerful and enthralling...' -Glenys Osborne, author of Come Inside

'AdEle OgiEr Jones has written a poignant and deeply moving...

The poems in this collection were written in Pristina and Prizren (Kosovo), and in Dubrovnik - each with their rich stories and heritage. The title represents a new era for the Balkan region, beyond the historical conflict of Kosovo's 'Blackbird Field', so poems are grouped in line with sunset, evening, or night falling on tranquil landscapes, beyond war. Early dawn promise is reflected in the later Dubrovnik section, with a final tale set on Mostar Bridge which has come to symbolise freedom and peace.

'AdEle OgiEr Jones takes us on a journey into the shadows of Kosovo struggling in...

'Another collection of experiences and imaginings from the watchful eye of the poet who gave us Afghanistan - waiting for the bus. Here, the poet weaves and gifts us with yet another salusalu (garland) of memories of and a passion for people struggling to adapt to the realities of their environments, that at times constitute "land beyond repair" (Somewhere Islands) yet, continuing to live dignified and worthwhile lives, "strutting proud against the grass" (Magpies of Taveuni).' - Konai Helu Thaman (Songs of Love: new and selected poems) The earliest poems in this collection were written...