The Exiles - Target Book Club Signed Edition by Christina Baker Kline (Paperback)

The Exiles is a captivating novel that delves into the lives of three women from different walks of life, united by their experiences in 19th century Australia.

Evangeline, a naive young governess, finds herself sentenced to transportation after becoming pregnant out of wedlock.

On the arduous journey to Van Diemen's Land, she forms an unlikely bond with Hazel, a resourceful midwife and herbalist who has been sentenced to transport for stealing a silver spoon.

Meanwhile, Mathinna, the adopted daughter of the Chief of the Lowreenne tribe, must navigate the challenges of a new society as the colony begins to take shape.

Through their stories, Kline sheds light on the unjust treatment of Aboriginal people and the resilience of these women in the face of adversity.

With vivid descriptions and incisive prose, The Exiles is a powerful tale of redemption, friendship, and freedom that will leave readers moved to tears.