Where the Willows Weep: An enthralling romantic saga of conflict and tragedy in Queensland

Australia #2

by Patricia Shaw

Laura Maskey and her wayward ways... Where the Willows Weep features characters from Valley of Lagoons and Mango Hill, as the legendary Pace MacNamara's son Paul takes up the fight for the land he loves. The perfect read for fans of AnneMarie Brear and Tricia McGill. 'For those who like quality historical romance, Patricia Shaw's Where the Willows Weep will appeal' - Courier Mail Laura Maskey's daring expedition to watch the gentlemen bathe at Murray Lagoon proves the final straw for her exasperated their wayward daughter must be married off at once and Bobby Cope is just the man. But Laura has other ideas and when she runs away from her own engagement party, the family rift is complete. Laura's romantic inclinations are firmly fixed on Paul MacNamara, the owner of Oberon cattle station, and the tragic death of his wife brings him within her reach. But Paul has many battles to fight first; against the unscrupulous men who are determined to divide Queensland for their own gain; on behalf of the ancient Aboriginal tribes whose lands are at risk; and with his own personal demons. Only then can he allow his thoughts to turn to love...What readers are saying about Where the Willows 'Absolutely stunning''Well written with subtle twists and turns''Wonderful'

Genres: Historical Fiction, Fiction, German Literature, Australia

499 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1995

About the author

Patricia Shaw was an Australian novelist and non-fiction writer.

Reviews

[Vicki Basham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Laura Maskey and her wayward ways... Where the Willows Weep features characters from Valley of Lagoons and Mango Hill, as the legendary Pace MacNamara's son Paul takes up the fight for the land he loves. The perfect read for fans of AnneMarie Brear and Tricia McGill. 'For those who like quality historical romance, Patricia Shaw's Where the Willows Weep will appeal' - Courier Mail Laura Maskey's daring expedition to watch the gentlemen bathe at Murray Lagoon proves the final straw for her exasperated their wayward daughter must be married off at once and Bobby Cope is just the man. But Laura has other ideas and when she runs away from her own engagement party, the family rift is complete. Laura's romantic inclinations are firmly fixed on Paul MacNamara, the owner of Oberon cattle station, and the tragic death of his wife brings him within her reach. But Paul has many battles to fight first; against the unscrupulous men who are determined to divide Queensland for their own gain; on behalf of the ancient Aboriginal tribes whose lands are at risk; and with his own personal demons. Only then can he allow his thoughts to turn to love...

[Libby Hobson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wondered why I had picked this up from the Library. However, great to read a historical read of early Australia and the arrival of the Europeans and the conflicts with the Aborigines as the new settlers scramble for land claims.

Thoroughly enjoyed this easy read …. Wonderful comments …” the emu and kangaroo never move backwards”. What a great way to look at your life as we age gracefully… backwards is great for old endearing memories, but forward is life.
Give the book a try … a slight saga but it’s written in such a way that the pages keep turning!

[Joan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyed it just as much as the other 2 in the trilogy. An epic drama set in Queensland in the early, hand often lawless and sometimes dangerous times.

[Roz Grandi · Rating 4 out of 5]

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[Ashara Branson · Rating 5 out of 5]

the third of the series

Loved it ! couldn’t put the series down
great characters, woven together, intriguing plots, informative history of that part of Australia,

[Muphyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 stars is probably a bit much since it's melodramatic, ridiculously eye-rolling even, and pure triviality but it was such a welcome diversion from all the stress around me that I really enjoyed this fluff and nonsense... :D

[Sandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Half way through an enjoyable read. A lightweight plot, but lots of detail. A really relaxing bedtime book

[Dpic]

good