Interview by Marguerite Johnson

THIS STORY CONTAINS DETAILS OF CRUELTY TO A CHILD AND MAY BE TRIGGERING. Marguerite Johnson is Honorary Professor of Classics and Ancient History at the University of Queensland. She began creative writing, literary essays, and public opinion pieces in 2010, following a break from academia as a result of cancer. She continues to combine research with other writing practices. She is a contributor to The Conversation and a regular guest on radio and podcasts. In 2017 she was named the Australian Book Review inaugural Gender Fellow winner for her essay on Picnic at Hanging Rock. Some of her creative writing, inspired by Greek mythology, appear in the journal, Arion. She currently lives on the Greek island of Lesvos. Credits Concept designer, co-producer, and narrator: Susanna Lobez Co-producer: Carmel Shute ProductionManager: Tim Coy Graphic Designer: Caz Brown Copyright Sisters in Crime Australia IF THIS STORY HAS RAISED ANY ISSUES FOR YOU AS A LISTENER - YOU MAY WISH TO CONTACT LIFELINE on 13 11 14.