How does the ending of The Secret River go?

Answer 1

The Secret River is a powerful book highlighting the conflict between early settlers and Aborigines in Sydney Cove, and the ultimate tragedy of the loss of the aboriginal way of life. It is not the purpose of WikiAnswers to give away the ending of a story in lieu of someone actually reading the novel.

Answer 2

In the ending of "The Secret River," William Thornhill decides to return the land he took from the Indigenous Australians and leaves New South Wales with his family. This gesture is his attempt at reconciliation and acknowledging the unjust acquisition of the land. The novel ends on a note of reflection and contemplation about the impact of colonization on both the settlers and the Indigenous peoples.