The Ghost and the Bounty Hunter

Set in 1803, this true story from Australian colonial history follows convict William Buckley as he escapes a fledgling settlement and spends 32 years living among the Wadawurrung people, learning their ways. His extraordinary tale takes a dramatic turn when outside forces threaten his newfound community, leading to betrayal and the start of the frontier wars. From the author of The Ship That Never Was, this engaging account offers a compelling glimpse into the complex history of Australia’s early colonial period.