Peter’s Wars Endorsements

Heartbreakingly matter of fact, ‘Peter’s Wars’, set in Melbourne during WWII, is a fiercely funny memoir. His voice is so authentic it brings tears, laughter, and squirming discomfort. Peter’s storytelling skills, his cultural perceptions, and his ability to create responsive images in the reader’s mind, deliver an extraordinary reading experience.

For those born post war, 1940s Australia will be a revelation, for those who remember those days will be overflowing with nostalgia and Melburnians will applaud Peter Geddes as their city’s WWII biographer.

Carrolline Rhodes, author and playwright.

Peter’s stunning observations of his early life and the war years in Australia are sharp, acerbic and make astonishing reading. I thoroughly recommend Peter’s Wars to those who want to experience this compelling narrative.

Tim Bowden, broadcaster, author.

I LOVED Peter’s Wars. It is funny and sad. At times I teared up. The prose is strong, sure and the voice of young Peter, authentic. I’m a short chapters’ fan and the author’s zip along, urging the reader on to the next. The ending is perfect. I can’t wait for the next chapters of Peter’s life.

Karen E. Osborne, author.