{"id":8485,"date":"2019-09-17T21:56:47","date_gmt":"2019-09-17T20:56:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/janetgover.com\/?page_id=8485"},"modified":"2024-12-23T21:08:08","modified_gmt":"2024-12-23T21:08:08","slug":"the-lawson-sisters","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/johnhocking.net\/jg2025demo1\/977-2\/the-lawson-sisters\/","title":{"rendered":"The Lawson Sisters"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"TheA heartfelt and compelling story of family, secrets and second chances, set in the heart of the beautiful Hunter Valley of NSW, from an award-winning new voice in Australian fiction.<\/strong><\/p>\n

A fractured family. Guilty secrets. Can the Lawson legacy be saved?<\/em><\/p>\n

For many years Elizabeth Lawson has battled single-handedly to run the family’s historic horse stud in memory of her beloved father. But a devastating loss puts her dreams at risk. With no options left, Liz is forced to turn to her estranged sister Kayla for help.<\/p>\n

Kayla has built a new life in the city as a wedding planner, far removed from the stableyard sweat and dust of her rural upbringing. She never thought she’d go back. But when Liz calls out of the blue, Kayla forms a plan that could save their childhood home.<\/p>\n

Kayla’s return forces Liz to confront her past … and her future, in the shape of Mitch, her first and only love, who still watches over her from the other side of the creek.<\/p>\n

But Liz still hides a terrible secret. When Kayla learns the truth, will the Lawson sisters find common ground or will their conflict splinter the family once again?<\/p>\n

Janet says…<\/h3>\n

I spent a lot of time in the Hunter Valley as I wrote this book. It\u2019s a lovely place, even when stricken by drought as it has so sadly been. The people I met were happy to have me crawling all over their stables and asking questions about cell phone coverage, the cost of hay and talking to their horses. I also got to spend a lot of time looking at wedding venues and dresses. That was fun too. I\u2019m really fond of Liz and Kayla and Mitch. I hope you\u2019ll enjoy meeting them too.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Reviews for\u00a0The Lawson Sisters<\/em><\/h4>\n

‘It kept me gripped until the end and it is beautifully written’ – Amazon<\/em> 5*<\/p>\n

‘Lovely, evocative, and well written.’ – Amazon<\/em> 5*<\/p>\n

‘Loved this book, very moving, nearly cried!!’ – Amazon<\/em> 5*<\/p>\n

‘A stirring family drama, set on a spectacular rural stage.’ – Goodreads<\/em> 5*<\/p>\n

‘A beautiful story about making mistakes, loss, love and healing set in the beautiful Hunter Valley region.’ – Goodreads<\/em> 5*<\/p>\n

‘Horses, men, love… what more could a girl want? A heartbreakingly beautiful novel.’ – Goodreads<\/em> 5*<\/p>\n

Buy The Lawson Sisters <\/em>from these retailers:<\/h4>\n

Australian readers will find local links at HarperCollins website<\/a>.
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