Distant Australia

by Tricia McGill

Even in the prospering colony of New South Wales, it would be far-fetched to think a convicted man could consider marrying the daughter of a wealthy property owner. But Remy has larger problems to contend with than Sara’s bigoted father. Forced to leave the woman he loves behind, Remy faces overwhelming odds and an ordeal that threatens to strip him of everything; his pride, his strength, his health—even his life. Sara has many struggles of her own and when Remy finally thinks he has a future with Sara within his grasp, he is sent to a place where pain and suffering are everyday occurrences. Will the lovers ever find true happiness? “I loved this story. It has everything. Happiness, tears, love, hate. I recommend it highly for all lovers of romantic adventure tales. Barbara M. Hodges eBook Ecstasy ezine 4 Diamonds ****“The author has delivered an accurate and compelling story of a convict's life, touching on those of gold miners and the growing town of Sydney. The evocative writing and the increasingly dire straits that Remy and Sara find themselves in, make for an excellent read." Leanne Shawler for eBook Reviews Weekly

253 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 22, 2014

Reviews

[Rosemary Morris · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am a fan of talented author, Tricia McGill. She has dedicated her series The Settlers, ‘to the magnificent pioneer women who battled alongside their men to open new frontiers. The book was inspired by letters sent home to England from Australian women, who were often torn away from the family and homeland they loved, but faced every struggle with strength and fortitude… What must it have been like traipsing after your menfolk to settle in unknown parts, often over miles of dangerous territory?’
Remy and Sara the main characters, and all the other characters, some of whom appeared in Mystic Mountains, spring to life from the page, and I can visualise the places the author describes. Rich in historical detail, Ms McGill does not hesitate to show the brutality convicts suffered.
Remy a convict and Sara, whose father is a wealthy, insensitive bully, seem to be a pair of tender star-crossed lovers.
There are many twists and turns in this fascinating romance, which includes an arranged marriage, a woman sold to an uncouth man by her parents, bushrangers, kidnap and much more.
I look forward to reading Challenging Mountains the final book in the series.

[Dawn Ward · Rating 5 out of 5]

Distant mountains

I would recommend this book to anyone who likes reading about convict days, murder and romance this book has everything Tricia McGill is a pleasure to read a page turner.