Home Among the Palm Trees Paperback
Can the timid schoolteacher, the laidback guy-next-door, and two cheeky border collies overcome their painful pasts and form a home together?
Ana Hamilton stood up for herself and sent a man to prison. Now he’s out and she’s on the run. Arriving in the small North Queensland town of Elizadale, Ana finds herself reigniting her lost social life with new friendships, yoga, and dog agility training with her beloved border collie. But with the threat of revenge pursuing her, Ana can’t dare put down roots.
Liam Maguire has it all, a beautiful house and a thriving business. Passionate about Elizadale’s tourism, he’s about to open a café to highlight fresh produce from his family’s banana farm, Shadow Creek. All that’s missing from his life is the right woman … and the intriguing new teacher may be the one he’s been waiting for. But burned by a city girl before, can Liam risk his heart over another blow-in with flighty feet and shadows in her eyes?
Drawn together through a budding friendship and the playful antics of their border collies, Ana and Liam begin to open their hearts. But as danger lurks in the darkness, can Ana risk staying in Elizadale with him when she may need to run again? Or worse, have her life violently cut short and leave Liam bereft?
Book One of the Shadow Creek Series
The Man from Shadow Creek Paperback
2024 Romantic Book of the Year from Romance Writers of Australia
Can the spirited doctor help the troubled bad boy shed his reputation and feel worthy of her love?
Adam Maguire wore the title of Elizadale's bad boy with pride, until he woke in the park with no memory of the night before. Fearing the unknown, Adam re-evaluates his history of reckless behaviour and decides to build a business out of his passion for woodwork. But with his devious ex determined to lure him back, Adam doubts he will ever be free from his past.
Doctor Natalia Hamilton has escaped the city after suffering harassment that left her confidence shattered. Reunited with her sister in Elizadale, Natalia hopes the small-town vibe will help her rediscover the value of her work. Dating is the last thing on her mind when she's constantly been burned by romance. Until Adam rides in on his motorcycle and takes her breath away.
As sparks ignite between the unlikely couple, Adam and Natalia begin to trust again. But when a story about his forgotten night is revealed, can Adam determine the truth from a web of lies? Or is already to late for him to start over?
Book Two of the Shadow Creek Series.
The Pub with No Food Paperback
Can the brawny publican free the dedicated nurse from the clutches of a grinch and give the woman he's always loved the Christmas she dreams of?
Grace White refuses to be forced into marriage to save the family property, a defiance which enrages her controlling father. Determined to follow her own dreams, Grace has established herself as a nurse in her hometown of Elizadale and wants to share her passion for yoga by opening her own studio. But other dreams may never come true. Tormented by her father’s schemes, Grace can’t risk falling in love.
Luke Smithfield has taken over the family pub and seizes the opportunity to update the menu. But his garnished ideas may be too gourmet to draw in the locals and he longs to make his dad proud. When Grace White shares his enthusiasm for the menu change, Luke doesn’t hesitate in enlisting her help. He needs a taste tester, and his sister’s best friend has become too pretty to ignore.
As desire ignites in the kitchen, Grace and Luke encourage each other to accomplish their goals for the New Year. But can Grace find the strength to open her heart to Luke? Or will her father’s wrath sabotage the joy she finds this Christmas and leave her alone once again?
A spinoff prequel to the Shadow Creek series
Waltzing Maguire Paperback
Can Elizadale’s crown jewel convince her brooding best friend to face his torment and embrace her love to secure their happily ever after?
Meg Riley was a rising star in country music when an accident crushed her muse and stalled her career. Devoted to her hometown of Elizadale, Meg is content working as a schoolteacher, organising the local show, and fundraising for causes dear to her heart. But one thing remains missing from her golden life and as her friends begin to settle down, Meg’s longing for family can no longer be ignored. If only the man she loves wasn’t determined to be just friends.
Jack Maguire takes his position as the firstborn son seriously and protects those he loves at all costs. Rooted to his family property, expanding Shadow Creek and building a farming empire has always been his priority. But Jack knows life is a gloomy road he must travel alone as marriage will never be an option after a traumatic incident forced him to sacrifice his future with Meg.
When a cyclone devastates North Queensland, the recovery effort leads Meg and Jack to discovering the power of second chances. But as Meg uncovers Jack’s secret anguish, can she help him lower his defences and open his heart? Or will their pursuit of happiness unleash the danger Jack has fought so hard to contain?
Book Three of the Shadow Creek series