Benevolence

"Benevolence" is a powerful novel that offers an important Aboriginal perspective on Australia's early history, told through the fictional character Muraging, a Darug woman born around 1813. Spanning the years 1816–35, the story explores themes of colonisation, survival, and resistance in the Hawkesbury River area, blending historical events with vivid characterisation. Celebrated for its evocative prose and unflinching portrayal of first contact, the book highlights the significance of centering First Nation voices in Australia's colonial narrative.