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Whitsunday Romance
Series · 3 books · 2021-2023

Books in series

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#1

Love by the Jewel Sea

Whitsunday Romance Book 1

2021

A Tropical Love Story Frankie knew one thing. She’d return to the city when the job was done. When Frankie grasps an opportunity to advance her career, it means driving from the Gold Coast to North Queensland to sign off on a new development. Close to her destination, an accidental meeting with local farmer Simon has her arriving in a manner completely unlike anything she is used to. Tense and frustrated, her brief stay is extended, when all she wants is to do her job and head back to the city. Will the serenity of the tiny beachside community full of local characters 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?
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#2

Summer by the Jewel Sea

Whitsunday Romance Book 2

2022

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.
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#3

The Lure of the Jewel Sea

Whitsunday Romance Book 3

2023

THE LURE OF THE JEWEL SEA - Romance in the Whitsundays. You won’t want to leave! 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?

Author

Rhonda Forrest
Rhonda Forrest
Author · 10 books

An Australian voice creating compelling contemporary fiction - from bush to beach, steamy romances, riveting history and eclectic characters. Rhonda Forrest is an Australian teacher and author who writes captivating contemporary and historical fiction about relationships, family life and social issues, set amidst beautiful and uniquely Australian landscapes. After bringing up three daughters and traversing several different careers, Rhonda went on to teach creative writing, English and History to high school students. Her passion for literacy, history and travelling around Australia fuels her novels. Rhonda currently lives with her husband between two Queensland homes: one on Tamborine Mountain, the other a century-old cottage with a rambling garden, overlooking the waters of the Whitsundays. Readers can connect with Rhonda via her website www.rhondaforrest.com, Instagram @rhondaforrestauthor or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/valeenapress.

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