Mette Jakobsen - Author, Playwright and Adventurer

Praise for Fireflies in Flight:

‘ … Jakobsen’s world-building is vivid and immersive, and her descriptions of a city once familiar to Ally – but now almost unrecognisable after the recent violence which preceded the new government – are studded with chilling details.’

— Story Links

Praise for Fireflies in Flight:

‘This mesmerising page-turner immerses readers in a hauntingly dystopian universe where survival demands unwavering strength, relentless determination, and the power of love.’

— Reading Time

Praise for The Snow Laundry :

‘The Snow Laundry is a gripping and disturbing page-turner as dramatic as both the Hunger Games and the Divergent series. This dystopian thriller is recommended for readers fourteen years and older due to the prevalent dark and violent themes including bombing, murder, and attempted sexual assault.’

— The Children’s Book Council Australia

Praise for The Snow Laundry :

‘This novel isn’t for the faint-hearted – it’s recommended for YA readers aged 14+ as there are some dark themes and violence. Ally and her friend Fi are great female characters in the vein of other YA favourites like Katniss from The Hunger Games or Tris from Divergent.’

— Better Reading

Praise for The Snow Laundry:

‘Jakobsen has created an intricately entangled world of power, politics and consequence. The Snow Laundry is mysterious, deftly plotted and ripe with intrigue, fear and the risks of love.’

— Arts Hub

Praise for The Snow Laundry :

' ... a valuable addition to the Australian dystopian YA tradition.'

— Books and Publishing

Praise for The Snow Laundry :

'An utterly gripping tale of strength and survival in dark times'

— Amie Kaufman

Praise for The Snow Laundry :

‘ … a must-read for YA readers who love a fast-paced, futuristic read.’

— Better Reading

Praise for The Snow Laundry :

‘A very tense novel because you like and relate to Ally. You will kick yourself if you miss this book. As good as the Hunger games.’

— Bob’s Book Blog NZ

Praise for The Vanishing Act:

‘A perfectly poised, fable-like tale of loss, written with delightful whimsy, deep empathy and a beguiling sense of innocence. This book is a gem. ’

— Graeme Base