Freedom's Land

Norah s husband was killed in the Great War, and she s struggling to provide a home for her daughter. Andrew s wife is dead and he wants to make a new life for his two sons.

The Australian government is giving ex-servicemen a farm. But to join the group settlement scheme, Andrew must find a wife. Will a marriage of convenience give Andrew and Norah the chance they seek? Can two strangers be happy together?

In Australia they have to clear the forest to make their own farms. But they re both strong and willing to give it everything they ve got. Then nature intervenes and not only their farms but their lives are in danger. Will they survive? Can they still make their dreams come true?

“Praise for Anna Jacobs:'Catherine Cookson fans will cheer!'”

A compelling read - Sun

Impressive grasp of human emotions. - The Sunday Times

Jacobs excels at creating vivid, memorable characters. - Booklist USA

Vivid insight into family relationships - Coventry Evening Telegraph

A gripping storyteller. - Sunday Star Times, Auckland, NZ

This is a fascinating insight into a piece of Australia's history that receives little attention. - Newcastle Herald, Australia - FREEDOM'S LAND

Anna Jacobs grew up in Lancashire and returns there often to research her novels.

Norah s husband was killed in the Great War, and she s struggling to provide a home for her daughter. Andrew s wife is dead and he wants to make a new life for his two sons. The Australian government is giving ex-servicemen a farm. But to join the group settlement scheme, Andrew must find a wife. Will a marriage of convenience give Andrew and Norah the chance they seek? Can two strangers be happy together? In Australia they have to clear the forest to make their own farms. But they re both strong and willing to give it everything they ve got. Then nature intervenes and not only their farms but their lives are in danger. Will they survive? Can they still make their dreams come true?

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