Star of the South

The story explores the deep friendship between Mokiny, an Indigenous Australian boy rooted in natural and spiritual values, and Bruce, a white Australian boy whose moral compass falters over time. As they mature, Bruce descends into a life of crime and racism, leading to a tragic and unthinkable act that devastates the Indigenous community of Cottam Mills. The narrative delves into themes of friendship, cultural conflict, and the impact of loss on a community grappling with grief and betrayal.