Cirrus@Austlit

'Frankie knew one thing. She’d return to the city when the job was done. But will an accidental meeting with local farmer Simon, change her perspective on what is important in life and remind her of her ethics. Or will it send her running in the opposite direction?' (Publication summary)

'Having a baby is not on Frankie’s list of things to do. A new job and a romantic existence with Simon on his farm in the Whitsundays is enough happiness to last her a lifetime.

'However, even the best thought-out plans can go askew and when fate is taken out of her hands, her relaxed, peaceful days disappear. Some additions are easier than others though and as the heat of summer settles in there is more than just the volatile weather to deal with.

'Summer by the Jewel Sea is a story of creating a family, making friendships, and a continuing romance, set amidst the tropical north of Queensland.' (Publication summary)

'When her friend Frankie asks her to officiate at her wedding in the Whitsundays, Kathleen agrees to fly in and fly out. A quick visit and then back to the comfort of the Gold Coast. Maybe then she'll be able to work out what direction her life is headed.

'The heat of summer and the plagues of insects reinforce her idea of life in the north and she’s excited about returning home. She just needs to get the wedding out of the way. However, fate intervenes, a business opportunity arises and decisions need to be made.

'Amidst the heat of the tropics, there is also a romance brewing and the business venture is not the only challenging question she needs to ask herself. Will she take a chance, or do what she’s always done and take the comfortable path in life?' (Publication summary)