Down in the Forest

Australia, 1962. When Jill Dawson starts working for a wealthy landowner she falls in love with the breathtaking landscape. And soon she feels the same way about her handsome yet stern boss.

From the bestselling author of Australian outback romance. Over 12 million books sold worldwide.

Kim Baxter is the richest and most respected man in the district. At first, he doubts that young Jill will succeed in her job. Can she prove her worth to him?

Glamorous Vanessa Althrop wants Kim for herself. She makes no secret of her plans to win his heart. But does Kim return Vanessa's feelings?

Jill and Kim bond over their shared passion for the Bal-Annie homestead, and the stunning karri forest. Then a bush-fire threatens to destroy everything. Will it bring them closer still?

Then Jill receives a surprise proposition that will lead to the biggest challenge of her life.

Lucy Walker's gentle, clean romances give readers a fascinating insight into the landscape, people and customs of rural Australian in the mid-twentieth century.