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The Two Sides of Windale Mountain

Heartwarming Australian rural romance from the author of Second Chance Station
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A heartwarming and emotional rural romance about believing in yourself, standing up for what's right, and learning to be loved, from the author of Second Chance Station. Emery Shaw has come a long way, from the girl ready to throw herself off an overpass to trusted... Read More
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A heartwarming and emotional rural romance about believing in yourself, standing up for what's right, and learning to be loved, from the author of Second Chance Station.

Emery Shaw has come a long way, from the girl ready to throw herself off an overpass to trusted farmhand on Windale Mountain Station. Armed with a diagnosis that has turned her world around, Emery has her life under control, even if her condition has her convinced she's unlovable.

Dustin Granger has been keeping his head down, avoiding the town so no one can find out the truth about where he's been. He's working hard to earn Granger Stud, but his father's conditions are clear: Barty won't retire until Dustin finds a wife.

When Emery has to unexpectedly take charge just as shearing season approaches, her anxiety is at an all-time high. She finds comfort in secret evenings by the creek with Dustin, whose quiet support helps build her confidence.

But the rivalry between Granger Stud and Windale Mountain Station is strong. Between Barty undermining Emery and sending Dustin on unwanted blind dates, and an unwelcome face from Dustin's past threatening everything, their relationship seems doomed. What will it take for Dustin to stand up to his fatherβ€”and for Emery to accept the love he's offering? Can these star-crossed lovers breach the divide of Windale Mountain? Or will their hearts be lost in the battle?

Black continues to go from strength to strength. Windale Mountain is the perfect rural setting! MAYA LINNELL

Series: Windale Mountain

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  • The Two Sides of Windale Mountain
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    The Two Sides of Windale Mountain
    A heartwarming and emotional rural romance about believing in yourself, standing up for what's right, and learning to be loved, from the author of Second Chance Station. Emery Shaw has come a long way, from the girl ready to throw herself off an overpass to trusted farmhand on Windale Mountain Station. Armed with a diagnosis that has turned her world...
    Paperback
    $3699
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    Out 30 Dec 2026

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781038968753

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 December 2026

Country: Australia

Imprint: HQ Fiction

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 300g

Pages: 304

About the Author

Renae Black lives in Queensland with her husband and two young bookworms. By day she works as a social worker within the child protection industry. By night, she escapes to the romantic fictional realms of rural Australia that transport her back to her childhood home, a large property that bred cattle and hosted the odd ostrich sale. Find Renae on her website, renaeblack.com, and on Facebook and Instagram. Photo credit: Carlie Wheeler Images

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