What are some famous books set in Australia within the fiction category?

A Suitable Boy by Vikram Seth is a long and detailed fictional work set in post - independence India. It weaves together the stories of four families and is a great exploration of Indian society, politics, and relationships at that time. It gives a vivid picture of the era.

Sure. 'The Perfume: The Story of a Murderer' by Patrick Süskind. It's set in 18th - century France and is about a man with an extraordinary sense of smell who becomes a murderer. It gives a dark and detailed view of the French society then.

Sure. 'Assassin's Creed: Renaissance' is a great action - packed fiction book. It follows the adventures of Ezio Auditore in Renaissance Italy, filled with sword fights, assassinations, and political intrigue. 'Jack Reacher' series by Lee Child is also good. Reacher is a tough ex - military man who gets into all sorts of dangerous situations and uses his combat skills to get out of them.

Peter Carey's 'Oscar and Lucinda' is also excellent. It tells the story of two complex characters, Oscar and Lucinda, in 19th - century Australia, with elements of love, religion, and gambling.

Sure. 'Ninja School' is a fun fiction book about ninjas. It's set in a ninja school where students learn all kinds of ninja skills. It has a light - hearted tone and is great for younger readers interested in the ninja concept.

Yes, 'The Jaguar Princess' is quite famous. It tells a story set in the Mayan world with a strong female protagonist. The book delves into Mayan culture, like their religious ceremonies and social hierarchies. It's a great read for those interested in Mayan fiction.

Sure. 'The Raft' by S. A. Bodeen is a good one. It's about a girl who survives on a raft in the middle of the ocean. It's a story of survival and the ocean's power.

Sure. 'Fahrenheit 451' by Ray Bradbury is a good one. It's set in a future where books are burned, and it makes you think about the importance of knowledge and free thinking. 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' by Mark Twain is another classic. It follows the adventures of Huck Finn on the Mississippi River and has a lot of humor and social commentary.

Another one is 'The Epic of Creation' which is also a very old Mesopotamian fictional text. It describes the creation of the world and the gods in a very unique way. The stories in it give us a lot of insights into the religious and cultural aspects of Mesopotamia. It's a bit complex but really interesting.

Definitely 'The Divine Comedy' by Dante Alighieri. It's set in different parts of the afterlife but is very much related to Italian culture and theology. Dante's journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise is a fundamental work of Italian literature. 'Invisible Cities' by Italo Calvino is also set in Italy, in a sense. It features descriptions of many fantastical cities which can be seen as an exploration of Italian cities and their unique qualities.