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Red Dust by Fleur McDonald is a captivating tale set in the sweeping landscapes of rural Australia. The story follows Gemma and Ned, who are drawn together by circumstances that challenge their resilience and emotional strength. As they navigate themes of love, loss, and renewal, the narrative beautifully captures the complexities of life in a tight-knit farming community.
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This book may appeal to you if you're captivated by stories that blend mystery with the vivid landscapes of rural Australia. Its engaging narrative and strong character development offer a compelling glimpse into life in the outback, making it a great choice for anyone who enjoys tales of resilience and community bonds.

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Red Dust

After the tragic death of her husband in a light-plane accident, Gemma Sinclair is left with the daunting task of managing the vast outback station he has bequeathed her. But she remains haunted by Adam's dying words, not to mention persistent whispers that his death was not an accident.

After the tragic death of her husband in a light-plane accident, Gemma Sinclair remains haunted by Adam's dying words, not to mention persistent whispers that Adam's death was not an accident...

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Gemma Sinclair is grieving the death of her husband, Adam, in a horrific plane crash. She has inherited the 10,000-hectare station his family has worked for generations. Despite huge scepticism from surrounding landowners, Gemma decides not to sell Billbinya, disregarding Adam's dying words that he's in trouble and she must sell the station.

As if the job of keeping the station going isn't enough, a wave of innuendo sweeps through the local community about Adam's involvement in cattle and sheep duffing. There are whispers that the plane crash was no accident. Gemma discovers that not only was Adam involved, but has indirectly implicated her by using Billbinya as a holding station for the stolen stock.

Intent on clearing her name, Gemma determines to get to the bottom of what was going on. In the process, she's shocked to discover the identities of the masterminds behind the doffing. When Gemma is finally cleared of any wrongdoing, she returns to the family farm, a new love by her side.

Red Dust by Fleur McDonald is a thrilling tale of resilience, uncovering dark secrets, and the pursuit of justice amidst the vast and rugged Australian outback.

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Red Dust by Fleur McDonald is celebrated as a page-turner filled with lively, spirited, and warm-hearted storytelling. It has been praised for being an impressive debut that offers a great reading experience.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781742370057

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 March 2010

Country: Australia

Imprint: Allen & Unwin

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 340g

Pages: 360

About the Author

Fleur McDonald has lived and worked on farms for much of her life. After growing up in the small town of Orroroo in South Australia, she went jillarooing, eventually co-owning an 8,000-acre property in regional Western Australia. Fleur likes to write about strong women overcoming adversity, drawing inspiration from her own experiences in rural Australia. She is the bestselling author of Red Dust, Blue Skies, Purple Roads, Silver Clouds and Crimson Dawn. She has two children and a Jack Russell terrier.

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