- “Picnic at Hanging Rock” by Joan Lindsay – This iconic Australian novel, set in the late 1800s, explores the mysterious disappearance of girls during a picnic at Hanging Rock, a real geological formation in Victoria.
- “The Slap” by Christos Tsiolkas – Set in suburban Melbourne, this novel revolves around the aftermath of a man slapping a misbehaving child at a backyard barbecue, exploring the various perspectives of those involved.
- “The Ghost Writer” by John Harwood – Although primarily set in England, this gothic mystery novel has a substantial portion taking place in Melbourne, following an aspiring writer and her connection to a mysterious family secret.
- “Ned Kelly” by Peter FitzSimons – This non-fiction account depicts the life and exploits of the infamous Australian bushranger, Ned Kelly, who was active in Victoria in the late 1800s.
- “The Dressmaker” by Rosalie Ham – Set in a fictional rural town in Victoria, this darkly humorous novel follows Tilly Dunnage, a dressmaker who returns to her hometown seeking revenge for past events.
- “Truth” by Peter Temple – This crime fiction novel is set in Melbourne, following the investigations of a flawed and persistent journalist as he seeks the truth behind a high-profile murder case.
- “Remembering Babylon” by David Malouf – Although mainly set in Queensland, this historical novel explores themes of identity and cultural clash in 19th-century Australia, including scenes set in Victoria.
- “Monkey Grip” by Helen Garner – Set in Melbourne, this semi-autobiographical novel delves into the lives of a group of inner-city bohemians during the 1970s, focusing on relationships, addiction, and self-discovery.
- “Jasper Jones” by Craig Silvey – Although set in a fictional Western Australian town, this coming-of-age novel contains striking similarities to small towns in Victoria, examining themes of racism, guilt, and friendship.
- “Cloudstreet” by Tim Winton – Though primarily set in Western Australia, this acclaimed novel features sections set in Melbourne and explores the lives of two working-class families from different backgrounds as they share a house.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in Victoria (Australia)
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