Fled is based on the amazing of life of Mary Bryant who was transported to an Australian penal colony and actually escaped. This alternative narrative follows young Jenny Gwyn as she is convicted for highway robbery, survives a harrowing transportation, endures a primitive life in an unsettled Australian landscape, and finally embarks on a daring escape.

The story is well-written and vividly detailed. Meg Keneally has masterfully created characters that are engaging and genuine. This is a noble re-telling of events surrounding an important figure in Australian history. Recommended for true lovers of historical fiction.

Full disclosure- An ARC of this book was provided via NetGalley in return for this review.