The White Girl

In Tony Birch’s compelling novel, Odette Brown navigates life on the fringes of a small country town while fiercely protecting her granddaughter Sissy amid the threat of government policies targeting Indigenous families. As a new policeman arrives with the mission to enforce these laws, Odette faces difficult choices to safeguard her loved ones. Set against the backdrop of 1960s policies, the story explores themes of love, sacrifice, and resilience.