The Lonely Paddock

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Laurelle is a country girl through and through, having owned and bred animals all her life, including pedigree rabbits, working kelpies and now superfine merino sheep. Three months of the year she is a wool classer, classing superfine clips. The rest of the time she is either writing, catching up with friends over coffee and cake (a definite pre-requisite), attempting to become a green thumb in a world of endless weeds (grrr) and baking when a hankering overtakes her.

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Email: Laurelle@laurellecousins.com

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A second chance is possible, if they just believe fighting for love is worth the heartache. Sweet, compelling outback romance, perfect for readers of Karly Lane, Mandy Magro and Rachael Johns.

A COUNTRY VET AND CHILDREN'S-WARD CARER RISK IT ALL FOR LOVE.

Country vet Ross Harrington would rather throw himself into his work than face the memories of a tragic childhood accident. But the protective animal-lover cannot forgive himself, tied by the belief he is unworthy of love. So, when the adorable Flick Parker bounds into his clinic with her unruly dog and a smile that threatens to dissolve his protective walls, he's torn between his fascination with her zest for life and the overwhelming desire to turn-tail for the hills.

Meanwhile, Flick is falling for the handsome vet but doesn't know if her heartfelt desire to care for terminally ill children can be in her future or if it's the very thing that will keep her and Ross apart. Finding the balance between offering too much heart or guarding it like an open wound feels like an impossible task, but can Flick show Ross it's worth taking the risk of opening up to find love?

A Members' Choice Australia Romance Readers Association Finalist for 2022 and Runner-Up Favourite Debut Romance Author of 2022

PRAISE:

'Would recommend to anyone needing a sweet, wholesome read that puts a smile on your face. Well deserving of 5 stars!' - Amazon review

'Written by someone who knows the land and the seasons, The Lonely Paddock shows the ebb and flow of country life, and the good baking of a farm kitchen.' Goodreads review

'The Lonely Paddock is a delightful Australian rural romance set in and around the Victorian town of Ballarat.' Goodreads review

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