Publisher's Synopsis
Western Australia, 1909. William Watsons beloved father is set on an expedition to the north-west to map water sources in the Pilbara. Invited along, fifteen-year-old William embarks on the outback journey of a lifetime. At sea and on land, William will forge lasting friendships with his fellow travellers, and transform his relationship with his father as together they face the darkness in some mens hearts including the cruel and vengeful Sergeant Jardine. This is a classic rite-of-passage novel that follows one young man on his journey of growth and self-discovery.
