Publisher's synopsis
Central Australia, 1960s … Ruby lives on a cattle station and goes to the ‘silver bullet’ school where she comes across Mr Duncan, her well-meaning teacher. Follow Ruby as she seeks to understand why two cultures are at odds with each other. The more Ruby learns, the harder the journey becomes as she is drawn back to country to uncover the secrets of her past.
Lisa Wilyuka is a Luritja woman from Titjikala, a community south of Alice Springs. She has lived in Titjikala all her life and works closely with youth in the community. She is especially passionate about young people being involved in sport and cultural activities.
Lisa is an artist and is interested in exploring traditional dot painting techniques. Her work is sold through the Titjikala Art Centre and galleries in Central Australia.