Eucalyptus

Murray Bail's mesmerising novel set in the Australian eucalypt country is a modern fairytale with a distinctly local twist. When a father promises his daughter's hand to whoever can name all the eucalyptus species on his property, suitors arrive with botanical knowledge—but love has other plans. Lyrical, philosophical, and utterly enchanting, this Miles Franklin Award winner weaves together storytelling, landscape, and the magic of the unexpected. Perfect for readers who love literary fiction with a dreamlike quality and a deep sense of place.