Austra What: It started as a dream then became reality

Austra What is a historical migration novel of an unforgettable journey of four Irish immigrants; from decisions in Ireland, situations on the voyage and adjusting to the wide brown land of Australia. It follows Mabel Glenn and James O'Seanessy, two young people shaped by poverty, loss, and resilience, who dream of a better life beyond the shores of Galway. When the opportunity for assisted migration to Australia arises, they leave everything familiar behind. Austra What immerses you in the emotionally rich characters and how they deal with life's unexpected challenges, through incidences and encounters with adventures and misadventures that continually flow through the development of characters and deepening relationships. Austra What is told with simple honesty and gentle humour which vividly portrays the harsh realities of nineteenth-century emigration; it is rooted in humanity and quiet creating a heartfelt memorable story with characters who linger long after the final page.