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After a heart-wrenching love affair in England, Lady Bridget OHara seizes the opportunity to escape to colonial Australia as the companion to Lady Rosamund Tallant, the wife of the newly-appointed governor of Leichardts Land. In Leichardts Town, Bridget—affectionately known as Biddy—reunites with her old friend Joan Gildea, a special correspondent for The Imperialist newspaper. It is during this visit that Biddy encounters Colin McKeith, a rugged Scottish-born pioneer and multifaceted man—drover, miner, occasional politician, and magistrate. Drawn together by their contrasting worlds, ...

In a world illuminated by a multi-hued sun, the intersection of powerful science and self-proclaimed benevolence can spiral into perilous situations. Join us on a thrilling journey through this inventive realm! -Summary by Christine Rottger