I’m Alastair Carthew. I am a New Zealand author and journalist who writes engrossing political, adventure, historical— even romantic—novels observing and humorously satirizing Kiwi culture.
My books meticulously celebrate New Zealand’s way of life, contemporary history, and the country’s peculiarities—such as worshipping the the mighty All Blacks, and lauding the elegant Tui native bird — for Kiwi and international readers.
Politics, the English Royal family, climate and race relations are gently parodied, set against New Zealand’s stunningly beautiful, world-renowned landscape. The books Divine’s Choice, After the Windsors, it’s ALL BLACK and Proud, a Tale of Rampant Ludicrousness are absorbing sagas full of colourful and compelling characters. Engrossing, complex plots keep readers guessing to the last page.
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