Böcker av Gillian Wells

A SMALL-TOWN BUSHFIRE, RUMOURS OF A MURDER VICTIM, A CHILD ABDUCTED...Isla's recent divorce inspires a desire for change, as she uproots her family from a contented city life to relocate them to a remote country town. She takes a new job and is fortunate that an old house is included with it. Her two young girls, Josie and Mia, do not like the move at all and make settling into the town stressful.No friends or family are close, and Isla and her daughters feel isolated and estranged within the desolate land and alien community. Isla's parents still carry past issues with Isla and her sisters, following the freak death of their brother when they were younger, but present events may heal this rift in the family...A man living in the foreboding ruin beyond the paddock makes an unexpected and shocking appearance.Recently released from jail for murdering his wife, which he furiously denies, he wants Isla and her girls out of the house they occupy for reasons unknown to anyone, and he sets out to instigate their FEAR... "Another finely written and emotional story by my favourite author who seems able to immerse her characters in realistic situations and experiences that I wonder if it is fact or fiction... brilliant reading!" Sharon, Readalot Reviewer

HALF THE WORLD EXISTS BETWEEN SAM AND HER PAST BUT WILL IT EVER BE ENOUGH DISTANCE...?Fleeing to the remote outback of Australia, Sam desperately seeks anonymity amongst the rural towns community and works any available jobs for her survival.Staying on the move keeps Sam unnoticed amongst the slow pace of outback life until she is taken in by a local couple and they form a strong bond that provides the safe feeling for Sam of a family, one she had long forgotten how to enjoy.Learning to be still, Sam battles feelings for another tormented soul lost in the past while the ghosts behind her threaten to rise and untangle all she has built.With deadly consequences, Sam must break free and discover a new happiness, no matter the cost, no matter the sacrifice. With a life now worth more than it ever was before... or is this new life only another mistake for Sam to run from...?"A telling of love, heartbreak and danger set amongst the beautiful rural landscape of Australia that Gillian captures so uniquely. Moving, poignant and absolutely captivating. Another amazing read from one of my favourite Australian authors." Annabelle, Readalot Magazine reviewer

BOOTS AND SCOOTS, two terrier puppies, bring a whole new meaning to the word trouble! Their new home on a cattle farm in the outback brings endless opportunities for mischief and fun, both of which Boots and Scoots continue to find themselves stumbling into. The two pups find plentiful ways to stir up the local community but quickly learn that having fun is not always the best way to stay out of trouble. Then again... being good is not so interesting either!*Age recommended 5 to 8 years old"A funny and entertaining adventure from one of this country's renowned writers... A gem for all ages..." Meredith, Indie Book reviewer

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A WORLD TRIES TO SPLIT TRUE LOVE APART...?Seb has made a successful living through a love of horses, yet it never quite filled his empty heart.Taking time to venture to France, Seb encounters the lost love of his life, Sally, once more.After ten years apart, they quickly realise their love never went away...Challenges rise to meet the two lovers and their chance for happiness is challenged by the distance between them.Seb and Sally vow to endure their burden and find a way to be together again after their brief renewed encounter, but when Sally falls victim to a stalker's interest, Seb becomes desperate to protect her any way he can.Through his passion for horses and his commitment to loving Sally, Seb must find the courage and conviction to save them both during this terrible time..."A great continuation to its predecessor and another great work from the talented Ms Wells to be enjoyed by those who love immersive plots and real characters... Excellent..." Tina, Indie Book reviewer

AS A RUNNER, HE STRIVES TO FINISH THE RACE BUT AS A MAN RUNNING, HE HOPES TO STAY ALIVE...For Sebastian, running is his freedom and love as he competes in marathons and feels his body burn with every stride.But his love of running will be his undoing as he flees from his family of dark secrets, straight into the waiting arms of a cult who desire his spirit for their own. On the horse stud owned by his grandparents, and where they operate a cult for followers who are lost souls amongst the inept world that forgot them, Sebastian will learn what he is truly made of and discover a love of horses he never knew.Generations of Sebastian's family will clash over the dark secrets kept silent within all of them. Sebastian's mother, Connie, is desperate to save her son from her parents, recalling she had to leave long ago to save herself...Sebastian's only saving grace will be the Arabian horse who will rescue him from a tragic accident and befriend him as no other creature has before.To find himself and to uncover the darkness hidden by his family, Sebastian must become lost in a hope he can survive and live his true passion once again..."Gillian Wells has found her stride with yet another great novel of dark menace and intrigue, mixed with her usual gripping drama...exceptional work...you will get lost in LOST..." Abigail, Indie Book Reviewer

JULIE IS SO SWEPT AWAY WITH A NEW LOVE, SHE IS NOT GOING TO RETURN HOME ANYTIME SOON...Julie has been widowed for some time and has settled into her simple routines in her English village florist shop. She is content and happy enough as she keeps busy after losing her husband and her twin sons are managing the farm in East Anglia that they once owned together.Then one day, a mysterious, suave man arrives in the village and enchants her with charm and charisma. Unexpectedly, Julie finds herself smitten with Stephen and his advances and enjoys a selfish romance she has not experienced since her husband passed away. Her twin sons do not trust this new man occupying her time and having influence over their mother.Stephen convinces Julie that a break across the globe may serve them best to enjoy their newfound love and so they arrive in Sydney to begin a touring holiday that may become something more but Julie suspects things with Stephen are not all they appear. Julie suddenly finds herself alone and in dire circumstances as Stephen becomes someone that she must fear as his past comes forth to reveal his truth. She escapes his attack to hide away from him in Queensland and in hope of safety.Will Stephen find her and kill her before his past finds him?"e;Gillian Wells has masterfully designed a plot and entrancing characters that once again bring a romance to the edge of thrills and fears....what a wonderful author...Love this book!"e; Evelyn, Indiebook reviewer.

FIVE YEARS HAVE PASSED, AND RACHEL HAS LIVED HAPPIER THAN SHE HAD EVER KNOWN BEFORE...That is, until everything goes horribly wrong with dark shadows from her troubled past remerge to haunt her bliss.Her feral son arises in her worst nightmares while her stepdaughter seems to be going through some odd teenage angst, but then again, it is always possible it is much more sinister things at play...Then there are the cattle duffers, or are they simply after the cattle?An Irish artist turns up again, looking bedraggled and miserable. Why has he come back at all?Then she finds more challenges awaiting and cannot stop herself from asking - what can she do to have a simple quiet life alone without being harassed by her past...?And what are the consequences of her future if she fights back...? Love, loss and heartache fill the pages of author Gillian Wells' sequel to her bestselling, Mile's Franklin nominated book, ALONE and Gillian spares no mercy on her readers who love great romance and drama in their books."e;An emotional story told with conviction and passion by an author who knows her characters and her purpose...a wonderful follow on to Alone...well done..."e; Dianne, Indie Book Reviewer

Bub & Tub's adventures continue in this new collection of fun, exciting, and easy to enjoy adventures... Tub is a small rather naughty black and white dog and his best mate, a small grey pony called Bub. They both like exploring and get into all sorts of scrapes.There are other animals too like Mr Roo, the Kookaburra family, and other dogs. Emily whom they belong too, loves them and they her. They all look out for each other, only Emily has the idea she looks after them, though it's the other way round. The animals all talk to each other, but the humans don't understand. They all live in the outback and the country around them is their playground. So, from swimming in the creek to making up a circus, to getting lost and found, the adventures are many and varied.Come along for an experience you will savour as animals show humans how to be the best they can be...especially when they are not looking..."A wonderful array of fresh, fun filled tales by a talented author who has a passion for storytelling and an obvious love of animals...each has a personality that shines through...thoroughly recommend this for all ages..." Patricia, IndieBooks Reviewer"This next series of tales is even more wonderful than I expected and to follow the characters I love into all sorts of laughs...a real treat and charm to enjoy..." Margret, Indiebook Reviewer

Bub & Tub's adventures are fun, exciting, and easy to enjoy. Tub is a small rather naughty black and white dog and his best mate, a small grey pony called Bub. They both like exploring and get into all sorts of scrapes. There are other animals too like Mr Roo, the Kookaburra family, and other dogs. Emily whom they belong too, loves them and they her. They all look out for each other, only Emily has the idea she looks after them, though it's the other way round. The animals all talk to each other, but the humans don't understand. They all live in the outback and the country around them is their playground. So, from swimming in the creek to making up a circus, to getting lost and found, the adventures are many and varied. Come along for an experience you will savour as animals show humans how to be the best they can be...especially when they are not looking..."A wonderful array of fresh, fun filled tales by a talented author who has a passion for storytelling and an obvious love of animals...each has a personality that shines through...thoroughly recommend this for all ages..." Patricia, IndieBooks Reviewer