Amidst the harsh landscape and beauty of the Australian outback, two people are unsure that they're ready to commit to love. Jenna Mackenzie is ready for a change in her life. so, when her brother is injured just before he takes a job in the outback she leaps at the chance to take his place. If only her new boss was so thrilled..... With a history of hurt and betrayal by women in his life, Charles Carmody is certainly not happy when a young upstart from the city comes to play jillaroo on his sheep property. Only coaxing from his father persuades him to let her stay. What happens when Jenna's fresh innocence meets Charles icy heart? Will she be able to melt his heart? "Opal Ridge" is the first novel in Victoria Capper's trilogy of outback romances. It covers the joys and trials of living in the Australian outback as well as the inevitable relationships that develop. In its way "Opal Ridge" is both a romp through the vernacular of life in the bush and a story of great depth.
Victoria Capper has lived and worked in Australia’s outback for over fifty years. From her unique knowledge comes her debut novel Opal Ridge, the first book in a series of outback romances. Victoria writes to tell others about the way of life and culture of those who live in the isolated country towns of Australia.
Victoria’s friends and family have inspired her writing; their spirit, determination, and humour are what gives her characters true depth.