Cirrus@Austlit

'Nik swore she’d never trust again. But the removal truck getting stuck in the driveway on the first day threw her into neighbour Robbie’s path. But Nik made a vow that it would just be her and daughter Lucy, and she would keep her promise. Always.' (Publication summary)

'He's the new Vet with something to hide. She's got a wedding to organise. Meggie's in Barrington for her brother's wedding, local Vet Angus Hamilton. After working overseas for years, she hasn't told her family she's not going back. And she hasn't told them why. Max is the Locum Vet hired to help out in the lead up to the wedding and during the honeymoon. But he doesn't arrive alone. They each need to move on from their past. When their secrets are revealed, will it empower them, or tear them apart?' (Publication summary)

'Meggie Hamilton is loving small town life in Barrington, but sometimes it's a juggling act.

'Her relationship with veterinarian Max Masters is developing and she's keen to spend more time with him. A lot more time. But she has an exciting new business, and needs to get it off the ground to leverage a niche opportunity.

'Max and young son Tommy are building relationships within the community, not least of these with Meggie. Max admires her creativity and work ethic, but wonders if she can make room in her life for him and his son. Her brother Angus is Max's business partner, and a wrong move with Meggie could jeopardise that.

'And then there's Meggie's posse; sister-in-law Rose, business colleague Harri, cafe owner Deb, and Melanie who runs the admin at the vet clinic, who all hold strong opinions.

'The girl-talk will have you laughing-crying.

'Small towns are busy, and Barrington is no exception. Someone close to Meggie has a secret health issue, and Max finds himself supporting an elderly client and his family through a serious illness.

'With so much going on, will they find a way to move forward together?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.