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. "Stylish and assured. You will be held captive by this book." GRAEME SIMSION 'Beautifully written and absolutely gripping." FAVEL PARRETT "Original and compelling. A thrilling novel with a brave and tender heart." ANNA KRIEN "A thought-provoking near-future thriller. The Trespassers is a riveting read." JED MERCURIO