The Trespassers

Name: The Trespassers
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780702262555
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By Meg Mundell

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The Trespassers by Meg Mundell is a gripping tale set in the near future, where a group of migrants aboard a ship are searching for a new beginning amidst a global pandemic. As they journey across the ocean, personal tensions, mysteries, and dreams unfold, revealing the complex web of their pasts and hopes. It's a poignant exploration of human resilience, aspiring for a better life despite uncertain challenges.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate intriguing tales of survival, resilience, and human connection. Set against the backdrop of an uncertain future, it weaves together the stories of diverse characters on a journey, revealing secrets and hidden motives. If you enjoy thought-provoking narratives that explore themes of trust, vulnerability, and the human condition, this could be a compelling read for you.

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A thought-provoking mystery set on an ill-fated migrant ship heading to Australia in a disturbing near future.

A shipload of migrant workers flees the pandemic-stricken UK, seeking a fresh start in Australia. For nine-year-old Cleary, the journey promises adventure, for former nurse Billie it's a chance to put a shameful mistake behind her, while struggling schoolteacher Tom hopes for a brighter future. But when a crew member is murdered and people start falling gravely ill, the Steadfast descends into chaos. Trapped on the ship, the trio must join forces to survive the journey and its aftermath.

The Trespassers is a beguiling novel that explores the consequences of greed, the experiences of migration and exile, and the way strangers can become the ones we hold dear.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Trespassers by Meg Mundell is generally praised for its compelling narrative and richly drawn characters, set in a dystopian world that resonates with concerns about borders and belonging. Reviewers appreciate the novel's exploration of human resilience and community amidst adversity. The book's engaging storytelling and atmospheric writing have received positive attention, highlighting its capacity to merge social commentary with an enthralling plot.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780702262555

Publisher: University of Queensland Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 August 2019

Country: Australia

Imprint: University of Queensland Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 225.0mm

Weight: 376g

Pages: 272

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About the Author

Meg Mundell is a New Zealand-born writer and academic based in Melbourne. Her first novel, Black Glass, was shortlisted for two Aurealis Awards, the Barbara Jefferis Award and the Norma K. Hemming Award. She is the author of the story collection Things I Did for Money, and her fiction, essays and journalism have been widely published, including in Best Australian Stories, Meanjin, The Age, The Monthly, The Guardian, Sydney Morning Herald, The Australian Financial Review and Australian Book Review. Meg is also the editor of the forthcoming anthology We Are Here- Stories of Home, Place and Belonging (Affirm Press), a collection of writings by people who have experienced homelessness.