Books in series
#1
The Exiles
1979
They came from England - thieves, felons, murderers, justly and unjustly accused - human cargo destined to hack a life from the harsh Australian wilderness. Packed into the teemed holds of His Majesty's ships. they sailed treacherous seas to the icy desolation of Antarctica, to the South Cape of Tasmania, to Captain Cook's anchorage in Botany Bay.
It was a cruel, violent fate for fifteen-year-old Jenny Taggart. Falsely accused of theft, she was torn from her loved ones, a beautiful child among hardened convicts, an innocent in the craft of survival.
Betrayed by her beauty, sustained by courage, she would endure to become Queen of the Convicts, target of passion and vengeance in a raw, merciless land...
#1.2
The Prisoners
2022
The second book in the dramatic and intriguing story about the colonisation of a country built on blood, passion, and dreams.
Life in the new colony of Australia is tough—tough for those who are free and even tougher for the prisoners. Many succumb to disease and starvation. Many try to escape, but only few succeed, and those who fail are brutally punished.
Yet some, including Jenny Taggart, are determined to make this savage land their own. She is betrayed in friendship and in love, but she never parts with her a future as a free woman.
Rebels and outcasts, they fled halfway across the earth to settle the harsh Australian wastelands. Decades later—ennobled by love and strengthened by tragedy—they had transformed a wilderness into a fertile land. And themselves into The Australians.
#2
The Settlers
1980
Gripped by the searing violence of their heritage, they faced an untamed continent teeming with anarchy, mutiny, and corruption; a savage world seething with human hunger; a rich wilderness that promised a radiant future of peace and hope for unborn generations yet to come.
#2.1
The Settlers
2022
A RAW LAND DRENCHED IN BLOOD, PASSION, AND DREAMS...
The third book in the dramatic and intriguing story about the colonisation of a country built on blood, passion, and dreams.
England sends convicts to Australia, but among them, there are hard-working men and women who wish to create a new life for themselves. The same desire is shared by those who are free—but it will be a gruelling fight for survival.
And the strong, young, and stubborn Jenny Taggart does not give up ...
Rebels and outcasts, they fled halfway across the earth to settle the harsh Australian wastelands. Decades later—ennobled by love and strengthened by tragedy—they had transformed a wilderness into a fertile land. And themselves into The Australians.
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The Newcomers
2022
The fourth book in the dramatic and intriguing story about the colonisation of a country built on blood, passion, and dreams.
The battle continues in the new British colony of the fight for power as well as survival. The corrupt military officers are doing everything they can to gain legal and political power, while the governor is finding it difficult to carry out his duties.
And Jenny Taggart, now freed from her convict status, is fighting hard for her family, her redemption, and her new country.
Rebels and outcasts, they fled halfway across the earth to settle the harsh Australian wastelands. Decades later—ennobled by love and strengthened by tragedy—they had transformed a wilderness into a fertile land. And themselves into The Australians.
#3
The Traitors
1981
In the midst of bloodshed and rebellion a new generation struggled to be born...
Through hearbreak and tragic loss they had fashioned a new life in the land of their exile. But even now they could not rest securely. The courage of beautiful Abigail Tempest, newly arrived sixteen year old heiress to a vast land grant..the mettle of Justin Broome, with his father's adventurous blood running hot in his veins...the loyalty of Andrew Hawley and the passionate faith of Jenny Broome - all would be tested to their very limit.
A new generation struggled to put down roots in precarious soil as treacherous forces defied king and country, threatening to destroy everything the settlers had sacrificed so much to build.
#3.1
The Traitors
2022
IN THE MIDST OF BLOODSHED AND REBELLION A NEW GENERATION STRUGGLED TO BE BORN...
The fifth book in the dramatic and intriguing story about the colonisation of a country built on blood, passion, and dreams.
In the British colony of Australia, the obstacles are challenging and never-ending. The new governor, Bligh—better known for his command on the Bounty and the mutiny against him—has already gained a relentless The New South Wales Corps, also known as The Rum Corps due to their profitable side business. Governor Bligh's other enemies are the Irish rebels—who wish to end his life!
And what will be the fate of Jenny Taggart-Broome now?
The hardships of life in the colony, as always, hit "regular" people the hardest.
Rebels and outcasts, they fled halfway across the earth to settle the harsh Australian wastelands. Decades later—ennobled by love and strengthened by tragedy—they had transformed a wilderness into a fertile land. And themselves into The Australians.
#3.2
The Rebels
2022
The sixth book in the dramatic and intriguing story about the colonisation of a country built on blood, passion, and dreams.
Twenty thousand kilometres and four months of sailing are what stands between England and the colony of Australia.
In his struggles to bring order in the colony, and to protect its settlers from abuse of power, and injustice, Governor Bligh is up against some powerful enemies and mischievous schemers.
Three strong-minded governors have failed to complete the task before him ...
And England seems to have had enough of the war against France.
Rebels and outcasts, they fled halfway across the earth to settle the harsh Australian wastelands. Decades later—ennobled by love and strengthened by tragedy—they had transformed a wilderness into a fertile land. And themselves into The Australians.
#4
The Explorers
1982
They were born of rogues and adventurers, brigands and thieves—brave men and women determined to wrest a life from a land still echoing with the violent cry of revolution, the dark song of untamed desire. — Into this vast, roiling landscape came beautiful Jessica maclaine, whose invincible spirit plunged her into the dark, sensual heart of New South Wales where scandal and intrigue were the stronghold of glory, where the condemned found freedom in the deadly peril of an unruly frontier...
For, at the birth of a new century, they were all part of one glorious dream—the legacy of lovely Jenny Taggart, who saw in a renegade nation the bold promise of tomorrow, the splendid, treacherous destiny of...The Explorers.
#4.1
The Explorers
2022
WITH PASSION AND DARING, THEY SEIZED THE PROMISE OF A NEW LAND...
The seventh book in the dramatic and intriguing story about the colonisation of a country built on blood, passion, and dreams.
The upheavels in the new colony are frequent and radical. A governor has recently been fired, a rebel government has been forced to retreat, and a new governor has arrived in Australia.
Will this mean redemption for the freed prisoners in the exile colony? The country needs its loyal fighters—and Jenny Hawley and her family certainly belong there in spite of their past.
Above all, the new governor needs men of Andrew Hawley and Justin Broome's calibre to be able to transform the country into a thriving, independent nation.
Rebels and outcasts, they fled halfway across the earth to settle the harsh Australian wastelands. Decades later—ennobled by love and strengthened by tragedy—they had transformed a wilderness into a fertile land. And themselves into The Australians.
#4.2
The Travellers
2022
The eighth book in the dramatic and intriguing story about the colonisation of a country built on blood, passion, and dreams.
The new governor leads the colony with great efficiency, yet, life is still hard and burdensome. Once again, an attempt must be made to conquer the Blue Mountains—because beyond the large mountains, it is said that there are fertile plains and plentiful pastures.
This had been Jenny's life-long dream, and now, her son Justin was on his way there. Was the dream finally about to come true?
Rebels and outcasts, they fled halfway across the earth to settle the harsh Australian wastelands. Decades later—ennobled by love and strengthened by tragedy—they had transformed a wilderness into a fertile land. And themselves into The Australians.
#5
The Adventurers
1983
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#5.2
The Warriors
2022
The tenth book in the dramatic and intriguing story about the colonisation of a country built on blood, passion, and dreams.
Not only Englishmen come to the new country of Australia.
A young American, the only survivor of a shipwreck, has also ended up there. She stands alone in this new and completely foreign world.
Another American, who served in the British army against Bonaparte, has arrived as well—voluntarily.
In this melting pot, everyone must establish a life for themselves. The obstacles are many, but the future is still bright ...
Rebels and outcasts, they fled halfway across the earth to settle the harsh Australian wastelands. Decades later—ennobled by love and strengthened by tragedy—they had transformed a wilderness into a fertile land. And themselves into The Australians.
#6
The Colonists
1984
For three tumultuous generations they had struggled to harness an alien wilderness, to lay the bold foundation for their dreams. But now, just as a radiant future beckons, they are menaced by distant powers hungry to seize what they have so bitterly won. As the new generation comes into its own, some, like Lucy Van Buren, live drugged by lavish splendor. Others, like Michael Dean, carry on the invincible pioneer spirit. And still the newcomers arrive, burning with unbridled passions and dark desires. Men like Robert Willoughby, fleeing disgrace, headed for disaster, women like Alice Fairweather, willing to risk everything for a cause. Together, as lovers and ememies, they must battle to forge the glorious destiny that is rightfully theirs. Once outcasts, they are now.... The Colonists.
#6.1
The Colonists
2023
_The eleventh book in the dramatic and intriguing story about the colonisation of a country made of blood, passion, and dreams.
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Against overwhelming odds they fought to tame a savage land, now they must fight to keep it.
For three tumultuous generations they had struggled to harness an alien wilderness, to lay the bold foundation for their dreams. But now, just as a radiant future beckons, they are menaced by distant powers hungry to seize what they have so bitterly won.
As the new generation comes into its own, some, like Lucy Van Buren, live drugged by lavish splendor. Others, like Michael Dean, carry on the invincible pioneer spirit. And still the newcomers arrive, burning with unbridled passions and dark desires. Men like Robert Willoughby, fleeing disgrace, headed for disaster … women like Alice Fairweather, willing to risk everything for a cause. Together, as lovers and enemies, they must battle to forge the glorious destiny that is rightfully theirs. Once outcasts, they are now The Colonists .
#6.2
The Pioneers
2023
The twelfth book in the dramatic and intriguing story about the colonisation of a country made of blood, passion, and dreams.
Against overwhelming odds they fought to tame a savage land, now they must fight to keep it.
The struggle continues – a struggle to harness an alien wilderness, to lay the bold foundation for their dreams. But powers outside the Australians' control are threatening to put all they have accomplished in jeopardy.
A new generation of Australians comes into its own, more newcomers arrive, and together, they all must battle to forge the glorious destiny that is rightfully theirs.
#7
The Gold Seekers
1985
THEY CAME SEEKING WEALTH AND VENGEANCE. THEIR DREAMS MIGHT FORGE A NATION - OR DESTROY IT.
In the 1850s Australia was a land of fertile promise and bitter truths, a wilderness that could only be tame by proud men and passionate women like the Broomes and Tempests. It was also a land with a secret - a secret that would be revealed with the discovery of gold in the rugged hills and desolate outback.
With that discovery Australia became a mecca for men like Luke Murphy - questing, adventurous, torn between the lure of wealth and the dictates of his heart. And for men like Jasper Morgan - unscrupulous brigands for whom gold was a hunger so consuming, it justified every excess, every savagery, every sin.
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The Opportunists
2023
The fourteenth book in the dramatic and intriguing story about the colonisation of a country made of blood, passion, and dreams.
Against overwhelming odds they fought to tame a savage land, now they must fight to keep it.
Dora Lucas, Francis De Lancey, the Yates brothers and Luke Murphy meet in the goldfields near Bathurst. All with different motives, but all drawn to the opportunities of the gold rush. Meanwhile, in Ballarat, trouble is brewing amongst the miners. Will they find riches and reach their goals or will the chaotic tide of the gold rush lead to unexpected places?
#8
The Gallant
1986
Australia—for some, a promised land where courage forged the future from a savage wilderness. For others, a brutal prison where depravity drove even the best of men to desperate acts in the name of freedom. And for all, a continent so vast that secrets could be hidden, sins forgotten, and fortunes made...if one paid the price of blood and passion. New squatters and pioneers pushed ever onward into the unexplored outback. But those with roots already deep in the dusty soil—the indomitable young Jenny Broome and Colonel William De Lancey—found their fighting spirit urging them toward a different horizon: to defend the British Empire in a distant place of undreamt horror and unimaginable desire.
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The Partisans
2023
#9
The Empire Builders
1987
Set in 1860s Australia, this rich historical saga continues the exciting adventures of The Australians as the settlers attempt to claim the bold frontier of New Zealand. But they encounter fierce opposition from the two native tribes, and the new Australians face a war between cultures, and sometimes between friends and lovers, as they fight for the future of their world.
#9.1
The Empire Builders
2023
The seventeenth book in the dramatic and intriguing story about the colonisation of a country made of blood, passion, and dreams.
Destinies intertwine and brutal battles ensue to secure a brighter future.
During the 1860s, Australian settlers, among them Lady Kitty Broome and Adam Vincent, venture out on new, exciting adventures which will lead to a war between cultures, friends and lovers, as they fight for the future of their world.
#9.2
The Road Builders
2023
The eighteenth book in the dramatic and intriguing story about the colonisation of a country made of blood, passion, and dreams.
Despite resistance from the native Maoris and Hauhaus, the settlers find themselves in a war between cultures.
The settlers try to claim the bold frontier of New Zealand, but face opposition from two native tribes. The journey will be dangerous, and the consequences bloody. It is a matter of perishment or prevalence. Loyalty will be tested, love will fade, men will fall, but neither of the parties will back down without a fight.
#10
The Seafarers
1988
The tenth volume of the Australians series tells the story of the adventurous merchant traders who plied the sea lanes between Hong Kong, Samoa, and Sydney in the second half of the nineteenth century
#10.2
The Mariners
2023
The twentieth book in the dramatic and intriguing story about the colonisation of a country made of blood, passion, and dreams.
Jon Fisher and Harry Ryan return to Australia.
At their return, Jon Fisher learns of the problem that his family are facing with the conflict of the wealthy squatters and the so-called 'selectors'. The threat of war and internal fighting looms over the family as we near the turn of the century.
#11
The Nationalists
1989
The eleventh epic volume in the saga of a great young nation, rugged,restless and boundless with dreams.
Back of book:
A Time of War and Glory-A time for the "new" Australians to forge a wild land into one united state.
The days of exploration were over. Now cries of "unlock the land!" echoed from the outback to the cosmopolitan streets of Sydney. A young generation-farmers, bushrangers, dancehall girls, shippers, soldier's and "mates"-would be the first to call this down-under land their native soil.
Their dream was one nation under God united. Their champions were THE NATIONALISTS like beautiful Java Gordon, daughter of Jessica Broome, whose vibrant passion declared a fierce, proud country hers to fight for. But other voices raised the specter of race, hatred and violence. Now the move toward unity could forever divide a people...or prove the ultimate triumph for those who challenged an entire continent to creat one free and mighty land.
#12
The Imperialists
1990
The 12th volume in the author's "Australians" series, this continues the story of the pioneers who carved out a life for themselves in the newly-formed colonies of Australia and New Zealand.
#38
The Australians Series 12 Volumes
1980
Authors
Vivian Stuart
Author · 16 books
See also V.A. Stuart. Violet Vivian Finlay was born on 2 January 1914 in Berkshire, England, UK, the daughter of Alice Kathleen (née Norton) and Sir Campbell Kirkman Finlay. Her father was the owner and director of Burmah Oil Company Ltd., whose Scottish family also owned James Finlay and Company Ltd. The majority of her childhood and youth was spent in Rangoon, Burma (now also known as Myanmar), where her father worked. During her life, she frequently journeyed between India, Singapore, Java and Sumatra. Although Vivian is well-known by the surname of Stuart, she married four times during her lifetime, and had five children: Gillian Rushton (née Porch), Kim Santow, Jennifer Gooch (née Stuart), and twins Vary and Valerie Stuart. Following the dissolution of her first marriage, she studied for a time Law in London in the mid 1930s, before decided studied Medicine at the University of London. Later she spent time in Hungary in the capacity of private tutor in English, while she obtained a pathologist qualification at the University of Budapest in 1938. In 1939, she emigrated to Australia with her second husband, a Hungarian Doctor Geza Santow with whom she worked. In 1942, she obtained a diploma in industrial chemistry and laboratory technique at Technical Institute of Newcastle. Having earned an ambulance driver's certificate, she joined the Australian Forces at the Women's Auxiliary Service during World War II. She was attached to the IVth Army, and raised to the rank of sergeant, she was posted to British XIV Army in Rangoon, Burma in October 1945, and was then transferred to Sumatra in December. After the WWII, she returned to England. On 24 October 1958, she married her fourth and last husband, Cyril William Mann, a bank manager. She was a prolific writer from 1953 to 1986 under diferent pseudonyms: Vivian Stuart, Alex Stuart, Barbara Allen, Fiona Finlay, V. A. Stuart, William Stuart Long and Robyn Stuart. Many of her novels were protagonized by doctors or nurses, and set in Asia, Australia or other places she had visited. Her romance novel, Gay Cavalier published in 1955 as Alex Stuart got her into trouble with her Mills & Boon editors when she featured a secondary story line featuring a Catholic male and Protestant female who chose to marry. This so-called "mixed marriage" touched nerves in the United Kingdom. In 1960, she was a founder of the Romantic Novelists' Association, along with Denise Robins, Barbara Cartland, and others; she was elected the first Chairman (1961-1963). In 1970, she became the first woman to chair Swanwick Writers' Summer School. Violet Vivian Finlay Porch Santow Stuart Mann passed away on August 1986 in Yorkshire, at age 72. She continued writing until her death.
