The Roadhouse

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Discover the newest gripping outback mystery that unfolds in the heart of Australia. In this compelling tale from a beloved rural author, aspiring actress Charlie Carver is drawn back to her roots when she learns of her cousin Annabelle's tragic death. Leaving the urban life of Melbourne behind, she returns to her family roadhouse located east of Alice Springs, a place filled with memories and unresolved tensions, especially with her mother, Molly. As fate would have it, their reunion is abruptly interrupted when Molly suffers a heart attack, forcing Charlie to take charge of their struggling family business amidst unexpected challenges.

When authorities declare Annabelle's death a suicide, circumstantial evidence begins to hint at deeper truths. The discovery of a woman's body at an abandoned mine escalates the mystery, pushing Charlie to uncover the hidden stories of those she thought she knew. With gripping suspense and vivid descriptions of the Australian outback, this novel promises a thrilling journey filled with danger and self-discovery.

Perfect for fans of rural mysteries and those who appreciate strong female protagonists, this page-turner will keep you guessing until the end. Don't miss out on this latest enthralling addition to the genre. Order now and dive into a tale where family bonds, secrets, and courage collide in the Australian bush. This trade paperback edition is brand new, published by Penguin Australia Pty Ltd in 2019, and spans 336 pages.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780143794196
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2019
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 336


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The new outback mystery from Australia's authentic and beloved voice of the bush.

When aspiring actress Charlie Carver learns that her cousin Annabelle has died, she immediately leaves Melbourne to fly home to the remote family roadhouse east of Alice Springs. It has been years since her last visit and her relationship with her mother, Molly, is strained but Charlie is determined to patch up their differences.

The reunion, however, is interrupted when Molly suffers a heart attack. With her mother airlifted out for life-saving surgery, Charlie is left to take the reins of the struggling family business, alongside friends old and new, including the captivating local stockman Mike.

The authorities declare Annabelle to have taken her own life, but when a woman's body turns up at an abandoned mine site, Charlie begins to wonder what else is being covered up, and why.

Beginning a search for the truth, a perilous bush chase unfolds that threatens her own life, causing Charlie to wonder whether she ever knew Annabelle at all...

From the bestselling author of The Heartwood Hotel comes the suspenseful new outback mystery from Australia's authentic rural writer and beloved voice of the bush.

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