Home to the Outback

Freelance photographer Sebastian Richards has put aside travelling the world to show his grandmother he is capable of helping out on the family farm, even though it's hard to let go of his wanderlust. When he rescues a beautiful woman from a difficult situation, he learns Isabella Romano is going to his hometown. Heading back to Prickle Creek suddenly holds more appeal.Isabella Romano has come home to the Outback for a short visit to her father before she heads off to begin her dream job in England. Circumstances throw Isabella and Sebastian together at every turnso maybe a short summer fling could be fun? Isabella is determined to leave, even though her heart wants to stay. Sebastian is determined to stay, but his heart wants to go.Is taking a chance on love the only way for them to be happy?NOTE: Previously published in the US as His Outback Temptation.

Jemima Smythe thought she had her future mapped out, leaving behind the fast-paced world of fashion to pursue her dream of teaching. But when that dream falls through, she finds herself at a crossroads. A call to return home to help on the family farm offers her a chance to reconnect with her roots. Back in her hometown, Jemima is eager to prove she's ready to settle down and become part of the community again.When an opportunity arises to care for three lively and lovable children in need of a nanny, Jemima jumps at the chance. Their widowed father, Ned, is juggling the challenges of raising his family and running the farm, and he proposes a bold solution to both their problems: a marriage of convenience. For Jemima, it's a chance to find stability and purpose. For Ned, it's a way to create a secure future for his kids. But as they navigate their unconventional arrangement, Jemima and Ned begin to wonder if their partnership might turn into something more.NOTE: Previously published in the US as His Outback Nanny

The last thing advertising art director Lucy Peterkin wants is to go home to outback Prickle Creek, but family duty calls.The one bright spot? Her neighbour and first love, Garth Mackenzie, is back home, too, and their connection is as undeniable as ever. After earning an engineering degree and working in the mines of Western Australia, Garth has returned home for good. He's ready to put down roots, work the land he loves, and build a futureideally with Lucy by his side. But Lucy has no intention of trading her career and city life for the outback, no matter how much Garth tempts her to stay.But with her heart set on the city, he knows convincing her to stay will take more than their old spark. Can they bridge the gap between their dreams, or will their different dreams force them apart?NOTE: Previously published in the US as Her Outback Cowboy (2017)