| Two Heartbeats Contributor(s): Forrest, Rhonda (Author) |
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ISBN: 0994535643 ISBN-13: 9780994535641 Publisher: Valeena Press OUR PRICE: $17.19 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: October 2018 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Family & Relationships | Love & Romance - Literary Collections | Australian & Oceanian |
| Physical Information: 0.9" H x 5" W x 8" (0.97 lbs) 406 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Oceania - Demographic Orientation - Rural - Demographic Orientation - Small Town |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: When Jess heads west for a fresh start in a small mining town, the dusty outback is a far cry from her former life in the city. Despite having no knowledge of country life, she finds herself loving the isolation and local people. All she has to do is keep her head down and work hard to create a better life for herself and Johnno, the only person she has ever truly cared about. The caring warmth of a new circle of friends allows Jess to feel that maybe, for once, her life is heading in the right direction. However, problems arise when her temper and stubborn nature collide with her new boss, Daniel, who is suspicious of her background story. Has Jess been honest, or is there a hidden secret to justify his distrust of her? Set amidst the rugged outback of Australia, with a cast of eclectic characters, Two Heartbeats is a story of friendship, resilience and the hope that ultimately loving relationships may triumph over obstacles defined by the past. |
Contributor Bio(s): Forrest, Rhonda: - Rhonda Forrest began writing her novels under the pen name Lea Davey. In 2016, 'The Shack by the Bay' was her debut novel. A historical romance which has captured the interest of both Australian and international readers, draws together an intriguing blend of Australian characters, unique landscapes and a beautiful romance set amidst the warmth and beauty of the Whitsunday area in Northern Queensland. 'Silkworm Secrets' was released in March 2017 and as a work of fiction has been widely praised for covering family issues, as well as weaving a story of strong and loving relationships between families and friends. The blend of lovable characters and the story of two best friends reunited as adults, has resonated with many readers both young and old, who identify with both the negative and positive aspects of family life. In 2018 it was decided to write further novels under her real name, 'Rhonda Forrest'. Rhonda's latest novel, 'Two Heartbeats' is to be released in 2018 and readers will be enticed by a romance between a young girl who has spent most of her life living on the streets and her new boss, who has every reason not to trust her. 'Two Heartbeats' hosts a group of eclectic characters and a setting that reveals the beauty and harshness of the Australian outback. Rhonda draws on her experiences gained from travelling around Australia and years spent studying and teaching history to bring together compelling contemporary fiction. Passionate about literacy, she believes in the power of books to not only provide entertainment, relaxation and enjoyment but also to educate readers in both historical and contemporary issues and events. |