Author Talk: Michael Robotham - Storm Child

Spend your lunch break immersed in the world of crime fiction with Michael Robotham, the #1 bestselling and award-winning author, as he discusses his latest gripping novel, Storm Child, in an engaging interview with Victoria Hall.

In Storm Child, we revisit the life of Evie Cormac, a survivor of childhood captivity whose repressed memories resurface when seventeen bodies are discovered on a British beach. With only one survivor and two women still missing, Evie and forensic psychologist Cyrus Haven must navigate a web of dark forces and buried secrets to uncover the truth.

As Michael marks the 20th anniversary of his debut novel, The Suspect, this event offers a unique opportunity to gain insights into his creative process, the inspiration behind his latest work, and his journey to becoming one of the most celebrated voices in crime fiction.

Michael’s novels have captivated readers worldwide, earning him numerous accolades and adaptations into popular TV series. Don’t miss this chance to hear from the master of suspense in a captivating lunchtime interview.

Michael Robotham is a former feature writer and investigative reporter, who has worked in Britain, Australia and America. His debut thriller, The Suspect, introduced clinical psychologist Joe O'Loughlin and sold over one million copies worldwide, launching a nine-book series. It has been adapted into an ITV series starring Aidan Turner. Michael's standalone thriller The Secrets She Keeps has also been the basis of two BBC TV series.

He has twice won the prestigious UK Crime Writers' Association Gold Dagger Award for best crime novel, as well as the Ian Fleming Steel Dagger for When She Was Good, a Richard & Judy Book Club pick. Michael lives in Sydney. 2024 marks the 20th anniversary of Michael's first book, The Suspect, being published.

About Victoria

Victoria is the SMSA’s Social Media Executive, building and nurturing the vibrant community at the school. With a background in Fine Art and a passion for exploring creative process, she is curious to discuss different approaches to self-expression.

You might recognise her friendly Nottinghamshire accent from her days as Monday’s Culture Guide Host on FBi Radio, where she covered Sydney’s latest arts and cultural events. Now at SMSA, Victoria interviews artists, writers, and thinkers, uncovering the stories and inspiration behind their work.

Host or Publisher Sydney Mechanics' School of Arts (SMSA)