The Horseman in Aussie Readers

May 02, 2016 Brenda rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: arc, own-read, 2016-release, aussie-authors, net-galley, rural, romance, read-on-kindle, contemporary-fiction

Dr Peta Woodward was on leave from her job in a big Melbourne hospital and enjoying the solitude and ruggedness of the Australian bush country while she walked. Her solution to working through her problems had always been to walk; alone where she was able to think clearly. But the issue was more difficult this time – her heart was being torn in two as she grappled with what to do. The ferocious storm took her by surprise – as did her sudden slip in the mud and subsequent fall. Peta knew she was Dr Peta Woodward was on leave from her job in a big Melbourne hospital and enjoying the solitude and ruggedness of the Australian bush country while she walked. Her solution to working through her problems had always been to walk; alone where she was able to think clearly. But the issue was more difficult this time – her heart was being torn in two as she grappled with what to do. The ferocious storm took her by surprise – as did her sudden slip in the mud and subsequent fall. Peta knew she was injured as she tumbled to a stop; but when she was unable to scramble up the side of the cliff again, she knew she was also stranded…

Craig Munroe loved his horses, especially Bel and Candy. He had magic in his hands and voice when it came to the horses – people wanted to watch as he gently tamed yet another wild horse. He was riding Candy, searching for cattle from a neighbouring property the morning he came across an abandoned pack lying in the mud from the overnight storm. And nearby was a cold, wet and injured young woman.

Peta was unable to leave the tiny town of Yarraman Falls until she had fully recovered. Annoyed at the interruption to her solitary walk, nevertheless she began to make friends with the locals. But strange things began to happen around the town – cattle disappeared; property vanished; even farmers were being injured. The local cop, Ash was frustrated at his inability to find answers. What was happening? Nothing ever went wrong in the sleepy little town of Yarraman Falls…

I thoroughly enjoyed The Horseman by Aussie author Charlotte Nash. An intriguing plot, I loved the detail of the horses; the beauty of the foal and sensitivity of Craig in his treatment of his horses. There was a blend of sadness and emotion; suspense and mystery; grief, hope and love throughout the story. The Horseman is one I have no hesitation in highly recommending – I’m impressed with this author’s work.

With thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this copy to read in exchange for my honest review.
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Jun 18, 2016 Helen rated it it was amazing

What a fabulous story this one is MS Nash is a new to me author but I will be looking for more of her stories. If you want a story that will take you to the beautiful high country of Victoria this is the book to pick up the scenery is wonderful and the story is moving and beautiful as two people are bought together by what I think is fate they are meant to be with each other, but this one shows the love that grows between a man and his horses and the strength that comes from that love.

Dr Peta Wo What a fabulous story this one is MS Nash is a new to me author but I will be looking for more of her stories. If you want a story that will take you to the beautiful high country of Victoria this is the book to pick up the scenery is wonderful and the story is moving and beautiful as two people are bought together by what I think is fate they are meant to be with each other, but this one shows the love that grows between a man and his horses and the strength that comes from that love.

Dr Peta Woodward is on a hike walking on her own she wants that peace and serenity to think and work out what needs to be done with her family horse stud in the Adelaide Hills after the death of her father, Peta has not been home for many years since losing her sister in a tragic accident she is a loner she woks hard and her walks are where she thinks but when she has an accident on the trail and rescued by Craig Munroe Peta has a lot more thinking to do this is a life changer for her in such a good way.

Craig Munroe is from the high country a true horseman he has such a way with them but his life didn't start out too good but when he came to the small town of Yarraman Falls at the age of 10 things improved and he is well regarded in this small community where everyone pitches in and helps and everyone knows everyone. Craig has worries that he keeps to himself he is caring and very close to his sister but when he rescues Peta she is very hard on him and he is not so sure about her but as they get to know each other that changes.

This is a story that has so much going on suspense and bad guy family problems and it shows the hardships of living on a farm and of course the horses they are such strong characters in the story and the up and down journey to a HEA between Peta and Craig. The characters come to life on the pages it is a story that you will want to sit down and read without any disturbances as you feel the emotions from everyone in the story it is beautifully written and I savoured every word I can't recommend this one enough. Do keep the tissues ready as there will be times that tears are shed and you will be smiling also I loved this one. ...more

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Jun 05, 2019 Janine rated it it was amazing

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This is the second book I have read by Charlotte Nash and thoroughly enjoyed it. Its the story of Peta who is a big city doctor and goes hiking in Victoria's high country. When she has an accident and is badly injured she is rescued by Craig - a local farmer and horseman. While recuperating she becomes involved with the small country community in the town she is temporarily living and meets a variety of locals who embrace her into their town. There is no doctor in the town and she is called upon ...more

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Jul 25, 2016 Lauredhel rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: australian-women-writers-challenge, rural-setting, romance, australian, romantic-suspense, aww2016

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