Beyond the Ashes

Beyond the Ashes is a 1970s Australian novel that follows a family's emotional and physical journey from the red deserts of central Australia to the blue beaches of the east coast. Set during a time when safari tours and climbing Ayers Rock were common, and turtle conservation was just emerging, the story explores deep themes of forgiveness, love, grief, and faith.

After a tragic road accident, a family begins to fall apart due to silence and unresolved pain. The novel centers on a young woman's attempt to reconnect with her father and his struggle to overcome his past. A young marine biologist, Martin Kelso, believes the family can heal and plays a role in guiding them toward restoration.

With intertwined stories of characters like Kate, Daniel, Raelene, and Martin, the novel paints a moving portrait of brokenness, reconciliation, and hope, emphasizing that no place no matter how beautiful can heal the heart without forgiveness and love.

This is a work of fiction, inspired by real locations but with entirely fictional characters and towns.