Kelly Country

What if Australia’s most infamous outlaw became a revolutionary hero… in another universe?

In Kelly Country, A. Bertram Chandler blends historical fiction with alternate-universe science fiction in a bold reimagining of Ned Kelly—not just as a bushranger, but as a symbol of rebellion against empire across the stars. When Commander Grimes is swept through a dimensional rift, he finds himself in a world that diverged drastically from the history he knows. In this reality, colonial Australia has forged its own empire, and Ned Kelly lives—not as a criminal, but as a freedom fighter.

As Grimes navigates this new and strangely familiar world, he’s torn between duty and curiosity, between returning home or aiding a revolution. The story becomes a thrilling blend of steampunk aesthetics, parallel history, and interdimensional exploration. Chandler draws on his Australian heritage to explore themes of rebellion, identity, and justice—inviting readers to ask: What defines a hero? And how much of history is shaped by those who write it?

With sharp wit, alternate history intrigue, and a pinch of social commentary, Kelly Country delivers a one-of-a-kind experience that mixes outlaw legend with sci-fi sensibilities. For fans of time travel, alternate dimensions, and rebellious underdogs, this is essential reading.

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