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Discover an enthralling outback family saga with our latest B-format paperback, perfect for fans of Australian literature. Delve into a story that's both funny and poignant, penned by Australia’s beloved storyteller. Set in New Zealand in the 1960s, this captivating novel revolves around the Mitchell family, who have managed a prosperous sheep farm for generations. The narrative follows the youngest daughter, Sally, as she turns 20 and ignites family scandal by becoming involved with an older man. Her parents, shocked by her choices, attempt to send her to England, but Sally has other plans. After a wild escapade in Sydney, she sets off for adventure, securing a job as a governess on the remote cattle station, Barra Creek. This untamed and crocodile-infested land, characterized by deserts, jungles, and wide rivers, offers Sally both challenges and life-changing secrets. This compelling read is part of a collection for those seeking gripping tales of family, resilience, and unexpected twists. The novel, ISBN 9780330424479, published by Pan Macmillan Australia in 2008 spans 456 pages of captivating storytelling. Order now to immerse yourself in a world where every page uncovers hidden truths. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780330424479
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2008
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Pages: 456
Description:
An outback family saga that is funny, poignant and completely unexpected from Australia's favourite storyteller with new novel Before the Storm out now.
Di's 12th novel opens in New Zealand in the 1960s. The Mitchell family has run a prosperous sheep farm for generations and the youngest daughter, Sally, has just turned 20. She shocks her parents by becoming involved with an older man. Scandalised, they try to pack her off to England, but Sally doesn't make it. After a wild spree in Sydney, she's cashed in her ticket and, hell bent on adventure, takes a job as a governess on a remote cattle station - Barra Creek.
Untamed and crocodile-infested, it's a land of deserts, jungles and wide rivers. Decades later, Sally learns a secret that will change many lives... including her own.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780330424479
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2008
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Pages: 456
Description:
An outback family saga that is funny, poignant and completely unexpected from Australia's favourite storyteller with new novel Before the Storm out now.
Di's 12th novel opens in New Zealand in the 1960s. The Mitchell family has run a prosperous sheep farm for generations and the youngest daughter, Sally, has just turned 20. She shocks her parents by becoming involved with an older man. Scandalised, they try to pack her off to England, but Sally doesn't make it. After a wild spree in Sydney, she's cashed in her ticket and, hell bent on adventure, takes a job as a governess on a remote cattle station - Barra Creek.
Untamed and crocodile-infested, it's a land of deserts, jungles and wide rivers. Decades later, Sally learns a secret that will change many lives... including her own.