Retreat into Paradise
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4.0 • 2 Ratings
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- $7.99
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- $7.99
Publisher Description
City girl Hannah Stockton writes histories as her day job and family histories in her spare time. Needing a temporary escape from a violent boyfriend, she takes up an advertised position as a live-in caretaker 'with light duties' at a country retreat outside Melbourne. The owner, Philip Boulton, is a hunky high-flying banker who visits on weekends to attend to his small herd of cattle.
Hannah is dismayed to discover that Philip has been taught all he knows about farming by his next-door neighbour, who lusts after Philip and resents Hannah's presence. Hannah can't tell whether Philip is 'more than friends' with his guru.
Philip has recently discovered a family secret. Given his profession, he's sensitive about this fact becoming public. Fearing Hannah's skills as a family history researcher, he keeps her at a distance while he processes his secret.
Meanwhile, as her 'boss', he helps Hannah to overcome her fear of cattle and she learns to love country life … and Philip.
Customer Reviews
Hannah and Phillip
Hannah is getting out of an abusive relationship and takes a job as a caretaker on a small ranch just outside of Melbourne. She’s not only intrigued by her duties on the ranch but she’s also intrigued by Phillip, the owner. Phillip is a banker in Melbourne and spends time at his ranch on the weekends where he can rest and recharge after a gruelling week. He’s not looking for a relationship but from the moment he sees Hannah standing on his porch, there’s something about her that draws him in. Hannah and Phillip have an up and down relationship starting out. It doesn’t help that Phillip’s neighbour, Pat, thinks he’s her property and doesn’t miss a chance to make Hannah feel uncomfortable. Phillip’s demeanour runs hot and cold around Hannah and he closes down when anyone mentions family. This was another engaging read from Louisa. Hannah and Phillip were a wonderful couple. They had the same sense of humour and they connected on many levels each helping the other become better stronger people. I received an arc copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.