Corroboree & Empress by Graham Masterton is a compelling omnibus combining two gripping novels that explore passion, power, and cultural conflict. Blending historical fiction with drama and adventure, Masterton takes readers from the vast Australian outback to the grandeur of the British Empire, weaving tales of love, guilt, and ambition that span continents and generations.
The first novel, Corroboree, follows Englishman Eyre Walker, who arrives in Australia and quickly falls for Charlotte Lindsay. Their romance is shattered when a tragic incident involving Walker’s Aboriginal servant sets him on a poignant journey into the heart of Indigenous culture, seeking the sacred Corroboree ritual. In Empress, the focus shifts to Henry Carson, an English aristocrat and MP burdened by a dark secret, and the ambitious Jamie Cullen, whose ruthless quest for revenge entangles him with Lucy Darling—a woman caught between love and power. Together, these stories offer a rich exploration of identity, colonial legacy, and the human cost of ambition.
Perfect for readers interested in historical sagas filled with complex characters, vivid settings, and intense emotional drama, Corroboree & Empress delivers a memorable reading experience.
