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Winnawarra
Heart pounding suspense and feel good romance set in the Australian Outback.
Emily Perkins is over the moon to learn Jock Macgregor has left her a share in Winnawarra Station in the magnificent Kimberly region of Outback Australia. The bonus comes when she realises, his handsome grandson, Doug is the man of her dreams. She loves working beside him and every day is an adventure.
After receiving a letter from Jock, she discovers he was convinced the accident that killed his son and daughter-in-law was actually murder, and he included her in his will to investigate the deaths.
When accidents start happening to Emily, and she hears footsteps outside her room at night, she is convinced someone is stalking her.
Is she next on the killer’s list?
Isolated on an Outback cattle ranch, will strong, dependable Doug be able to keep her safe?
A murderer is loose at Winnawarra Station, and she must race against time to identify the killer before he strikes again.
PUBLISHER NOTE: Australian Rural Romance. A full-length Romantic Suspense novel of 81,372 words.
Emily Perkins is over the moon to learn Jock Macgregor has left her a share in Winnawarra Station in the magnificent Kimberly region of Outback Australia. The bonus comes when she realises, his handsome grandson, Doug is the man of her dreams. She loves working beside him and every day is an adventure.
After receiving a letter from Jock, she discovers he was convinced the accident that killed his son and daughter-in-law was actually murder, and he included her in his will to investigate the deaths.
When accidents start happening to Emily, and she hears footsteps outside her room at night, she is convinced someone is stalking her.
Is she next on the killer’s list?
Isolated on an Outback cattle ranch, will strong, dependable Doug be able to keep her safe?
A murderer is loose at Winnawarra Station, and she must race against time to identify the killer before he strikes again.
PUBLISHER NOTE: Australian Rural Romance. A full-length Romantic Suspense novel of 81,372 words.
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October 24, 2017
The Australian rural romance is a sub-genre that I like quite a bit, so ‘Winnawarra’ sounded like a thing straight up my alley, particularly with some romantic suspense thrown in. But I’m frankly, struggling to write a review of a story where the bits that appealed equalled the parts that didn’t.
I did like the numerous cultural references in the book—the Australian rural ranching practices never fail to fascinate me—and Elizabeth M. Darcy’s style of writing is different in a way that takes a while getting used to. The premise for Emily’s arrival “Winnawarra” was as well, an unconventional one, as was the suspense that really amped up the tension and thrills when things went bump in the night.
However, I had a few issues with the inconsistencies in characterisation, writing and pacing, and that did affect my ability to get absorbed fully in the suspense. In fact, the protagonists didn’t seem to be the adults they were, while several bits of dialogues took on an odd archaic sheen that didn’t seem to fit with the contemporary tone of the story.
Emily seemed childishly impatient with crazy mood swings at times (not to mention the easy jealousy), blaming her fear on Doug’s inability to ‘keep her safe’, then getting close to accusing him of murder in her haste to uncover the mystery surrounding Winnawarra. To be fair however, Doug never looked as though he’d managed his PTSD at all and that did spill over in actions that were self-destructive to the point where it struck Emily precisely where her nerves were rubbed raw by her past relationship. And…no condoms? Seriously? When Doug had all but admitted he’d slept with way too many women when he was drunk and on a bender?
At the same time, the murder mystery that Emily was investigating also seemed quite tangential, involving characters that still seemed to steer the plot from beyond the grave, leaving me like the disconnected outsider trying to look in through a dusty window. The story did however, hit its stride past the halfway mark, though it led to a climax where the villain was revealed to be whom I suspected he was all along.
‘Winnawarra’ would be a decent read particularly if the rural traditions of ranching (along with hot cowboys) down under interests anyone looking to get into rural romance. Unfortunately, the story fell rather flat for me despite its potential.
*ARC by the author via The Romance Reviews
I did like the numerous cultural references in the book—the Australian rural ranching practices never fail to fascinate me—and Elizabeth M. Darcy’s style of writing is different in a way that takes a while getting used to. The premise for Emily’s arrival “Winnawarra” was as well, an unconventional one, as was the suspense that really amped up the tension and thrills when things went bump in the night.
However, I had a few issues with the inconsistencies in characterisation, writing and pacing, and that did affect my ability to get absorbed fully in the suspense. In fact, the protagonists didn’t seem to be the adults they were, while several bits of dialogues took on an odd archaic sheen that didn’t seem to fit with the contemporary tone of the story.
Emily seemed childishly impatient with crazy mood swings at times (not to mention the easy jealousy), blaming her fear on Doug’s inability to ‘keep her safe’, then getting close to accusing him of murder in her haste to uncover the mystery surrounding Winnawarra. To be fair however, Doug never looked as though he’d managed his PTSD at all and that did spill over in actions that were self-destructive to the point where it struck Emily precisely where her nerves were rubbed raw by her past relationship. And…no condoms? Seriously? When Doug had all but admitted he’d slept with way too many women when he was drunk and on a bender?
At the same time, the murder mystery that Emily was investigating also seemed quite tangential, involving characters that still seemed to steer the plot from beyond the grave, leaving me like the disconnected outsider trying to look in through a dusty window. The story did however, hit its stride past the halfway mark, though it led to a climax where the villain was revealed to be whom I suspected he was all along.
‘Winnawarra’ would be a decent read particularly if the rural traditions of ranching (along with hot cowboys) down under interests anyone looking to get into rural romance. Unfortunately, the story fell rather flat for me despite its potential.
*ARC by the author via The Romance Reviews
September 21, 2024
Winnawarra is a beautiful romantic suspense book set in a stunning Australian outback by Elizabeth M. Darcy. Emily Perkins was at a time of her life in England when she needed a change and when she received a letter from a solicitor saying that Jock Macgregor had left her a share of the beautiful station in the Kimberly called Winnawarra to decide this what she needed. On arrival at Winnawarra, she received a letter from Jock outlining that he believed his son and daughter-in-law's death was not an accident. When accidents started to happen to Emily, Jock Macgregor's grandsons, especially Doug, stepped up to protect them. Is Emily the next victim, or will she find the killer in time? The readers of Winnawarra will continue to follow Emily Perkins to discover what happens.
Wow, Winnawarra is an excellent book, and I'm sorry that Elizabeth M. Darcy has not written anything after this one. Winnawarra kept me glued to my chair until I read the last page. I enjoy how Elizabeth M. Darcy incorporated the twists and turns in her plot. I love Elizabeth M. Darcy's portrayal of her characters and how they interact throughout this book. Winnawarra is well-written and researched. I like Elizabeth M. Darcy's description of the settings, which allowed me to imagine being part of the book's plot.
The readers of Winnawarra will learn about the role of a forensic scientist in investigating cold cases and the Western Australia Kimberley region.
I recommend this book.
Wow, Winnawarra is an excellent book, and I'm sorry that Elizabeth M. Darcy has not written anything after this one. Winnawarra kept me glued to my chair until I read the last page. I enjoy how Elizabeth M. Darcy incorporated the twists and turns in her plot. I love Elizabeth M. Darcy's portrayal of her characters and how they interact throughout this book. Winnawarra is well-written and researched. I like Elizabeth M. Darcy's description of the settings, which allowed me to imagine being part of the book's plot.
The readers of Winnawarra will learn about the role of a forensic scientist in investigating cold cases and the Western Australia Kimberley region.
I recommend this book.
October 31, 2017
A fun flirty rural romance, some good chemistry between the main characters with some suspense thrown in made for an enjoyable read. This isn't a long novel and it was an easy read, a great beach read. I love reading books set in my home state, and wish someone would leave me some land in their will just like Emily and some hot country workers included in the package would be great, without the threats and suspense though.
Thanks to Netgalley and Luminosity Publishing LLP for an advanced copy in return for an honest review
Thanks to Netgalley and Luminosity Publishing LLP for an advanced copy in return for an honest review
November 4, 2017
Romance and suspense in the Australian Outback, Winnawarra has the backdrop for an intriguing book.
Winnawarra by Elizabeth M Darcy was the first book by this author I have read and I’d certainly be interested in checking out her other titles.
Winnawarra had a well-developed plot that moved along at a good pace. World building was very well done. Ms Darcy had a lovely way of describing the scenery and it was interesting to see them from Emily’s English perspective. Characters were very well developed both primary and secondary characters. The relationship between Doug and Emily was believable and very easy to go along with.
I did find Emily’s character a bit skittish. I didn’t like that she kept relying on Doug to keep her safe, and almost blamed him if something happened. I can understand her fear, especially being in an environment so very foreign to her and surrounded by strangers; but she just came across as a tad clingy and I would have like to have seen a bit more spunk from her. But that is a very small criticism; her behaviour in no way ruined what is an excellent story.
Now, I must confess that I did reach a point early in the book where I nearly put it away, never to pick it up again. As an Australian who has lived in country Australia I’m used to the rhythms and dialogue of the ‘bush’. I’ve noticed that some reviewers criticised the ‘old fashioned language’ used by even some of the younger characters. Well, that’s just how it is in the country. It is extremely common for men, if they have been brought up to respect women, to use a more courteous way of speaking. It’s not uncommon for a tipped hat and a nod as greeting. That’s just how it is, and to be honest, I love it! Similarly, speech patterns are often a bit slower. This is not an indication of intelligence; it’s just how it is. These idiosyncrasies are not universal, you’ll find many men who talk a million miles an hour and have a city style vocabulary; like everywhere else, everyone is an individual.
So what made me almost throw in the towel with this one? In the first six or so chapters I found the author went a bit overboard with the stereotypical Aussie lingo. I know she is trying to set the scene and make sure everyone knows it is Australia, not America; but still it’s a bit exaggerated. At first I thought it may have been from Emily’s POV where she was particularly sensitive to it as it would have been completely foreign to her; but no, it was just the author’s style. Luckily, it did settle down and the ‘lingo’ died away a bit. Speech did not lose its Australian authenticity, but it was dialled down to more normal levels.
But what had me almost giving up was something so minor, but it really annoyed me. In Australia, from the 1980s onwards the Australian government ran an advertising campaign regarding sun safety. For many years it centred on this gorgeous cartoon with the song “Slip, Slop, Slap” YouTube Clip this is iconic viewing in Aussie TV history, and was central to many childhood memories. Unfortunately, it was misused in the book. First, the slogan is rarely, if ever, used to refer to the putting on of sunscreen. It’s more as a reminder for someone to “Slip (on a shirt), Slop (on sunscreen), and Slap (on a hat). But the deal breaker was that it was quoted incorrectly as “slip-slap-slop.” Blasphemy! Ok, so not quite that bad, but it was towards the end of the author’s overuse of Australian stereotypical dialogue and I guess it was just the icing on the cake!
Despite the quirks in language early in the book, I thoroughly enjoyed Winnawarra. It was a well done story, and I’ll admit I was tossing up between two possible suspects for the killer until the reveal towards the end of the book.
If you enjoy contemporary romances with a strong ‘whodunit’ theme set in the Australian Outback, I’d certainly recommend giving Elizabeth M Darcy’s Winnawarra a go.
Winnawarra by Elizabeth M Darcy was the first book by this author I have read and I’d certainly be interested in checking out her other titles.
Winnawarra had a well-developed plot that moved along at a good pace. World building was very well done. Ms Darcy had a lovely way of describing the scenery and it was interesting to see them from Emily’s English perspective. Characters were very well developed both primary and secondary characters. The relationship between Doug and Emily was believable and very easy to go along with.
I did find Emily’s character a bit skittish. I didn’t like that she kept relying on Doug to keep her safe, and almost blamed him if something happened. I can understand her fear, especially being in an environment so very foreign to her and surrounded by strangers; but she just came across as a tad clingy and I would have like to have seen a bit more spunk from her. But that is a very small criticism; her behaviour in no way ruined what is an excellent story.
Now, I must confess that I did reach a point early in the book where I nearly put it away, never to pick it up again. As an Australian who has lived in country Australia I’m used to the rhythms and dialogue of the ‘bush’. I’ve noticed that some reviewers criticised the ‘old fashioned language’ used by even some of the younger characters. Well, that’s just how it is in the country. It is extremely common for men, if they have been brought up to respect women, to use a more courteous way of speaking. It’s not uncommon for a tipped hat and a nod as greeting. That’s just how it is, and to be honest, I love it! Similarly, speech patterns are often a bit slower. This is not an indication of intelligence; it’s just how it is. These idiosyncrasies are not universal, you’ll find many men who talk a million miles an hour and have a city style vocabulary; like everywhere else, everyone is an individual.
So what made me almost throw in the towel with this one? In the first six or so chapters I found the author went a bit overboard with the stereotypical Aussie lingo. I know she is trying to set the scene and make sure everyone knows it is Australia, not America; but still it’s a bit exaggerated. At first I thought it may have been from Emily’s POV where she was particularly sensitive to it as it would have been completely foreign to her; but no, it was just the author’s style. Luckily, it did settle down and the ‘lingo’ died away a bit. Speech did not lose its Australian authenticity, but it was dialled down to more normal levels.
But what had me almost giving up was something so minor, but it really annoyed me. In Australia, from the 1980s onwards the Australian government ran an advertising campaign regarding sun safety. For many years it centred on this gorgeous cartoon with the song “Slip, Slop, Slap” YouTube Clip this is iconic viewing in Aussie TV history, and was central to many childhood memories. Unfortunately, it was misused in the book. First, the slogan is rarely, if ever, used to refer to the putting on of sunscreen. It’s more as a reminder for someone to “Slip (on a shirt), Slop (on sunscreen), and Slap (on a hat). But the deal breaker was that it was quoted incorrectly as “slip-slap-slop.” Blasphemy! Ok, so not quite that bad, but it was towards the end of the author’s overuse of Australian stereotypical dialogue and I guess it was just the icing on the cake!
Despite the quirks in language early in the book, I thoroughly enjoyed Winnawarra. It was a well done story, and I’ll admit I was tossing up between two possible suspects for the killer until the reveal towards the end of the book.
If you enjoy contemporary romances with a strong ‘whodunit’ theme set in the Australian Outback, I’d certainly recommend giving Elizabeth M Darcy’s Winnawarra a go.
December 3, 2017
**3.5 stars** (increased to 4 stars as I’m interested to read more)
In England, Emily Perkins has unexpectedly inherited a share of Winnawarra Station from an old friend of her mother’s, Jock Macgregor. There are a few stipulations though, it’s in Western Australia, and she must reside at the station for one year and during that time use her business skills to assist the manager. It soon comes to light that Jock suspected someone had been fiddling the books....and interfering a little bit more. Emily also shares the inheritance with Jock’s three Grandsons, Doug, Robbie and Ian. Their parents were killed in a car accident a few months before Jock’s death. Was this connected as Jock suspected?
I enjoyed this Australian based Romantic Suspense story. I thought the author did a great job of creating a tense atmosphere whenever Emily felt threatened, especially the ‘tap, tap, tap’ of the metal tipped boots.
It’s Doug and Emily that have the mutual attraction but I felt the romantic element didn’t always pull me in, though I felt it improved as the story went on. Part of it may have been Doug calling Emily ‘love’, as in ‘Did you have a good trip love? Or ‘Let me take your bag love’. He may not have said these words exactly but it’s in that context and started as soon as he met her. I know it’s an iconic Australian way of talking, especially the older generation but I felt it sounded strange and a little condescending from someone in his early 30’s who had served in Afghanistan with the Australian Special Forces. I much preferred it when he just called her ‘Em’. There were also a couple of instances that I felt Doug under reacted to danger around Emily and an episode or two where Emily over reacted to Doug’s attention to someone.
I do believe this is the first in a new series called ‘Red Skies’(I saw the title mentioned as Red Skies 1 somewhere) and I’d be very interested to see how the characters develop if this is the case.
Thank you to Netgalley and the Publisher for a copy to read and review.
In England, Emily Perkins has unexpectedly inherited a share of Winnawarra Station from an old friend of her mother’s, Jock Macgregor. There are a few stipulations though, it’s in Western Australia, and she must reside at the station for one year and during that time use her business skills to assist the manager. It soon comes to light that Jock suspected someone had been fiddling the books....and interfering a little bit more. Emily also shares the inheritance with Jock’s three Grandsons, Doug, Robbie and Ian. Their parents were killed in a car accident a few months before Jock’s death. Was this connected as Jock suspected?
I enjoyed this Australian based Romantic Suspense story. I thought the author did a great job of creating a tense atmosphere whenever Emily felt threatened, especially the ‘tap, tap, tap’ of the metal tipped boots.
It’s Doug and Emily that have the mutual attraction but I felt the romantic element didn’t always pull me in, though I felt it improved as the story went on. Part of it may have been Doug calling Emily ‘love’, as in ‘Did you have a good trip love? Or ‘Let me take your bag love’. He may not have said these words exactly but it’s in that context and started as soon as he met her. I know it’s an iconic Australian way of talking, especially the older generation but I felt it sounded strange and a little condescending from someone in his early 30’s who had served in Afghanistan with the Australian Special Forces. I much preferred it when he just called her ‘Em’. There were also a couple of instances that I felt Doug under reacted to danger around Emily and an episode or two where Emily over reacted to Doug’s attention to someone.
I do believe this is the first in a new series called ‘Red Skies’(I saw the title mentioned as Red Skies 1 somewhere) and I’d be very interested to see how the characters develop if this is the case.
Thank you to Netgalley and the Publisher for a copy to read and review.
December 8, 2017
Winnawarra by Elizabeth M. Darcy
Red Skies #1
In what I believe is the first in an upcoming series set in the Australian Outback we meet Emily Perkins and the three Macgregor brothers. Emily has just found out that if she remains on the Winnawarra Station for a year she will own 10% of the business. Doug, Robbie and Ian will own the other portion of the station. Emily is great with auditing, managing businesses, money and is almost finished with her degree in forensic science SO when she is faced with the possibility of solving three murders and preventing a few more she is definitely interested…and especially since she believes she might be in the killer’s crosshairs.
This is a romance between a woman who has lost her trust in men and man who has been to war and come home scarred and dealing with PTSD. It is a mystery and thriller. It is the first book that sets the stage for a new series set in the outback and has great promise. It was above average and kept me interested even if somewhat predictable. I would have liked to have more details about the life on the station, mustering, visuals of the area and other things but did enjoy Emily and Doug and look forward to finding out who Robbie and Ian will end up with and what future cold cases the group will solve.
I admit that I had trouble at times understanding why Emily behaved as she did, how she could expect someone to keep her safe when she did silly things and why she got so angry at Doug for some things and not for others. I also couldn’t understand why the brothers thought everyone working for them was “good” and that Emily might be imagining things that were happening. That said, I am eager to read the next book when it comes out.
Thank you to Luminosity Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC – This is my honest review.
3-4 Stars
Red Skies #1
In what I believe is the first in an upcoming series set in the Australian Outback we meet Emily Perkins and the three Macgregor brothers. Emily has just found out that if she remains on the Winnawarra Station for a year she will own 10% of the business. Doug, Robbie and Ian will own the other portion of the station. Emily is great with auditing, managing businesses, money and is almost finished with her degree in forensic science SO when she is faced with the possibility of solving three murders and preventing a few more she is definitely interested…and especially since she believes she might be in the killer’s crosshairs.
This is a romance between a woman who has lost her trust in men and man who has been to war and come home scarred and dealing with PTSD. It is a mystery and thriller. It is the first book that sets the stage for a new series set in the outback and has great promise. It was above average and kept me interested even if somewhat predictable. I would have liked to have more details about the life on the station, mustering, visuals of the area and other things but did enjoy Emily and Doug and look forward to finding out who Robbie and Ian will end up with and what future cold cases the group will solve.
I admit that I had trouble at times understanding why Emily behaved as she did, how she could expect someone to keep her safe when she did silly things and why she got so angry at Doug for some things and not for others. I also couldn’t understand why the brothers thought everyone working for them was “good” and that Emily might be imagining things that were happening. That said, I am eager to read the next book when it comes out.
Thank you to Luminosity Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC – This is my honest review.
3-4 Stars
October 22, 2017
This is a lovely story, well written and a real page turner. I couldn't put it down. The author captured the unique beauty of the Australian Outback and the fast paced story had me on the edge of my seat. Doug was a true Aussie hero and Emily a strong willed woman determined to discover the truth about a mysterious death. Their love story will remain with me for a long time. I can't wait to read more from this author. Thank you to Elizabeth M Darcy for an advanced copy for an honest review. 5 Stars.Winnawarra
April 14, 2018
While I loved the mystery/suspense aspect of the story, I thought the romance was lacking a bit of punch. It seemed more forced than natural on the part of the characters. It just didn't flow for me.
I loved the author's descriptive voice of the Outback and her mystery kept me reading. In general I love a story set in Australia and this author was great at her world building. This was a pretty quick read for me and I'll probably check out future books in this series.
I loved the author's descriptive voice of the Outback and her mystery kept me reading. In general I love a story set in Australia and this author was great at her world building. This was a pretty quick read for me and I'll probably check out future books in this series.
February 4, 2018
I enjoyed this book it had a decent storyline with plenty of suspense it will have you on the edge of your seat at times.I really liked both Em and Doug there was plenty of chemistry between them overall this was a super read and I look forward to trying more from Elizabeth in the future.
July 8, 2019
Page turning and engaging
With just the right amount of romance and suspense to keep you reading for more. I feel there could be 2 more books to this story
With just the right amount of romance and suspense to keep you reading for more. I feel there could be 2 more books to this story
July 16, 2020
Brilliantly written from start to finish. The suspense and romance were balanced perfectly and I loved every twist and turn. I can’t wait to see what the author writes next.
December 26, 2017
This was a good book. It contained all the romantic elements of generations of wealthy families running a cattle outback station plus a mystery that actually turns gruesome toward the end. Emily Perkins, an English forensic scientist who also had a degree in accounting, received a letter that she had inherited a portion of Winnawarra Station in the outback of Australia. Jock Macgregor, after losing his son, left the station to his three grandsons and her. No one can understand why. Doug the oldest, is recuperating from a bout with PTSD and cannot imagine what was on Jock's mind having a city girl come to this isolated station. The obvious thing was to scare her off because of the dangers of The Outback. The terms of the will were clear and unbreakable. Doug and his brothers decide to just go with Jock 's wishes. With their mother and father dead, plus grandfather Jock, running the station becomes a priority. Doug and his two brothers are handsome men. Emily and Doug have an attraction from the beginning. However, lots of girls and Doug have an attraction she learns. I was so hooked on this book that I did not want to stop. Every time I thought I had figured out something, the clues did not fit. Emily appeared to be in danger right off but no one took her seriously or maybe It was a way to run her off. Doug and his brothers blamed the Outback living for her fears. Jock was so sure his son and his daughter in law were murdered. Having the grandsons inherit the station was understandable but why Emily? What was her connection to all of this?
December 11, 2017
I liked Winnawarra by Elizabeth M. Darcy. The suspense and dangerous parts were exciting as well as the marvelous Outback backdrop. It was the Australian remote ranch setting that drew me to the story. They were also the strong parts of the books.
The main characters, Emily and Doug both had personal struggles that wanted to overwhelm them as well as the story-line at times. The personal growth is not as strong as it needed to be to make them a sure-fire romantic bet. Still the mystery comes to a satisfying conclusion.
The first book I have read by this author. I would read another especially if t takes palce in the Outback. She does the scenery, proud.
The publisher through Net Galley provided a copy.
The main characters, Emily and Doug both had personal struggles that wanted to overwhelm them as well as the story-line at times. The personal growth is not as strong as it needed to be to make them a sure-fire romantic bet. Still the mystery comes to a satisfying conclusion.
The first book I have read by this author. I would read another especially if t takes palce in the Outback. She does the scenery, proud.
The publisher through Net Galley provided a copy.
November 12, 2017
3.25-3.5 Stars
A mystery romance set in the Australian Outback. The thriller/mystery part is excellent, but the romance needs a little more. It wasn't quite a slow-burn kind of clean romance nor was it a steamy Aussie cowboy romance, but seemed stuck in between (I would've bumped up the star rating for one or the other). I did like the realistic portrayal of the PTSD sufferer in the male MC. Overall, a decent read if you like contemporary romances.
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A mystery romance set in the Australian Outback. The thriller/mystery part is excellent, but the romance needs a little more. It wasn't quite a slow-burn kind of clean romance nor was it a steamy Aussie cowboy romance, but seemed stuck in between (I would've bumped up the star rating for one or the other). I did like the realistic portrayal of the PTSD sufferer in the male MC. Overall, a decent read if you like contemporary romances.
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November 14, 2017
Winnawarra is a romantic suspense story that takes place in the Australian Outback. Ms. Darcy story-line and character development is very well done. Winnawarra is an enthralling mystery story with a satisfying conclusion. The relationship between Emily and Doug is very believable and quite realistic. There is a great deal of chemistry between the two main protagonists. Ms. Darcy has written a book that is definitely worth reading and I recommend doing so.
December 4, 2017
Winnawarra is a sweet romantic suspense that takes place mostly on a cattle station in the Australian Outback. This story reads like a travelogue at times. The mystery was fun and I really liked the Macgregor men but it took me a bit longer to warm up to Emily. Still I enjoyed this story and look forward to further adventures of the Red Skies Detective Agency.
November 17, 2017
I really enjoyed this story. It had a great mix of elements - romance, suspense and mystery and a great cast of characters.
I enjoyed the storyline as well as all the Australian Outback and the cattle ranch. I will definitely be wanting to read about what comes next.
I enjoyed the storyline as well as all the Australian Outback and the cattle ranch. I will definitely be wanting to read about what comes next.
July 21, 2020
Winnawarra was a wonderful and heart warming novel full of brilliant characters and plenty of twists and turns along the way. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and I’m hoping the author plans to set a few more books on the gorgeous Winnawarra station.
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