In this heartfelt tale of family and community, nothing is as simple as it seems.
Join the Johnsons on their journey as they rediscover love, laughter, and the unbreakable ties that make them a family in the quaint township of Duckinwilla Creek.
When Charlotte Johnson is called home to Duckinwilla Creek by her grandmother, before she goes to France to follow her teaching career, she must face the past drama and unresolved secrets that have split the family and kept her away from home for five years. As Charlotte comes home to her family and the community where they grew up, will she accept that this small town holds the key to healing and happiness?
Greg Barrett, Charlotte’s boss, follows her to the district before she leaves for France. Will she see that he, too, may be able to help her resolve the family differences?
Amidst the laughter, heartache, and the warmth of family and community bonds, the Johnsons are reminded of the strengths of family and friendship.
Will they each learn that sometimes, home is the first step toward finding true contentment?
Stories grounded in place, resilience, and the quiet strength of community.
Annie Seaton
Annie Seaton is an Australian author whose stories are shaped by place — from coastal communities to country towns and river landscapes. Her novels explore connection, resilience, and the quiet moments that define home.
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