Extraordinary fiction from the bestselling author of Boy Swallows Universe, now a major Netflix show

‘The most extraordinary writer – a rare talent' NIKKI GEMMELL, internationally bestselling author

‘A lyrical and mesmerising mythic quest story’ SUNDAY EXPRESS

‘Extravagantly beautiful writing’ ADELAIDE ADVERTISER

‘Unputdownable’ SYDNEY MORNING HERALD

1942 – Japanese bombs rain down in Darwin, Australia.

Motherless Molly Hook, the gravedigger’s daughter, turns to the road, seeking the deep-country sorcerer who put a curse on her family.

By her side are the most unlikely travelling companions: Greta, a razor-tongued actress, and Yukio, a fallen Japanese fighter pilot.

As they journey from the vine forests to Australia’s wild and magical monsoon lands, they will encounter grave danger and discover true love…

Immerse yourself in a love letter to Australia from its best-loved writer.