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  • Published: 2 January 2013
  • ISBN: 9780143568469
  • Imprint: Penguin
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 352
  • RRP: $27.99

Under Southern Skies




Lyrical, passionate and heartwarming, Under Southern Skies is the uplifting story of a young woman determined to make a life for herself in the sweeping Australian outback.

Cate Perry's future is bright. She's learning about life on the land, and has just completed her first solo flight over the vast Northern Territory cattle station she calls home. And she's falling in love – with handsome, gentle Alf. Then a tragic accident changes everything.

Cate escapes to Tamworth, where she stumbles into a singing career. And just when she least expects it, Alf walks back into her life. Can they save the love they shared?

Lyric and heartwarming, from the dusty cattle stations of the Northern Territory to the vibrant Tamworth music scene, Under Southern Skies tells of the determination of a passionate young woman and perfectly captures the spirit of the land.

Praise for Anne McCullagh Rennie's Books

'Pacy, spirited and moving.' Australian Women's Weekly

'The Australian Outback has provided inspiration for some of the most outstanding and memorable pieces of Australian literature – and to that list can be added Anne McCullagh Rennie's story Reach for the Dream.' New Idea 

  • Published: 2 January 2013
  • ISBN: 9780143568469
  • Imprint: Penguin
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 352
  • RRP: $27.99

About the author

Anne McCullagh Rennie

Anne McCullagh Rennie has written seven novels, including Reach for the Dream, Ride With the Wind, Song of the Bellbirds, When the Snow Gums Dance and Under Southern Skies. Her novels have gone on to become bestsellers in Europe. Born in England, Anne studied music in London and Vienna and was concert manager with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, London, and BBC Training Orchestra, Bristol. She married and moved to Sydney, Australia where she now lives with her Australian husband, two daughters and grandchildren.

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