Cockatoo Cove

Maggie West has worked tirelessly to prove herself, establishing a successful cattle stud instead of following her father into the crayfishing industry, though it's never enough to stop local speculation about her family's holdings. And with her teenage daughter veering off the rails, she knows all too well that money doesn't provide immunity against heartache or hardship.

Since landing in South Australia's picturesque Limestone Coast, Scottish winemaker Fergus Abernathy has gone from strength to strength. But it isn't just the awards that are keeping him in the district; if he can put down roots, perhaps he can persuade his family to join him Down Under.

Missing his family back in Scotland, Fergus looks a little enviously at the close-knit West family, until a shocking phone call changes everything.

Misunderstandings and long-withheld secrets create roadblocks for Maggie and Fergus, and with a community fundraiser hanging in the balance, it seems they're never destined to be in the right place at the right time.

Set in stunning wine country with border collies, rugged coastlines and generous community spirit, Cockatoo Cove is an exceptional tale showcasing the richness of life on the land.

Linnell wraps the hard and dark in a warm and convincing narrative cloak about Australian country life, and hence makes it accessible to a much greater audience. Wallaby Lane is clearly set to be another winner for this compassionate and perspicacious writer. Living Arts Canberra

Bravo Maya! You have so beautifully captured life in an Australian country town: its quirkiness, social fabric and the varied outlooks of the townsfolk. She Society on Wallaby Lane

The perfect recipe for a feel-good rural read. Fun, heartfelt and wise, Wallaby Lane is an absolute treat. - Alissa Callen on Wallaby Lane

Filled with love, laughter, tears and genuine country characters - Western District Farmers News on Kookaburra Cottage

Whenever I pick up a Linnell novel, I know a purely blissful read lies ahead. - Better Reading on Paperbark Hill

A rural romance to tug on the heartstrings. - New Idea

Linnell brings a good deal of authenticity and humour to her story ... an enjoyable tale about romance, family and dealing with change. - Canberra Weekly Magazine

When a new Maya Linnell novel lands in the office, we pretty much draw the curtains and shut up shop until it's read. - Australian Country