by Cromagnonman
I loved it. It's good to read a story written in proper English for a change. Easily worth 5 stars.
As a former resident of the area (Leigh Creek, mid 70s), I feel qualified to say that you have absolutely nailed it with your fictional township. It has me thinking of a cross between Beltana and Parachilna (as they were then).
One very small gripe - it's "flare", but at least you were consistent!
Nick
...love story, with great humour and descriptive talents.
As someone else said, I'm sure it's also a realistic slice of life in that kind of area.
Thanks and a deserved 5.
Like I said - Very enjoyable story - but I would not expect any less from you.
Looking forward to your further contributions.
Thanks for a really good read . . I really liked the humour between Bert an Dave you made the place come alive . . Its always nice to have a happy ending
Dave seemed to have a lot of hidden talents Im thinking if there was a page 5 he might have let slip a retired secret agent!
I really enjoyed this story. I liked that it was about an area that is less travelled and not in the city. Another chapter would be great and i thought maybe she was pregnant when she was feeling down. Not that that would be a bad thing.
5***
really enjoyed the story but enjoyed the glossary as much and so educational for a poor pom !!
Great to read about the beauty of the 'bush' and the characters that live there. Nice to read about 'home' from the other side of the world
I have been reading your stories for years, but this is far and away the best that you have written! Thanks for sharing it with us.
The characters are great and the storyline interesting with lots of moments.
Thoroughly enjoyed the colorful characters and unique landscape of earth's oldest continent.
.... of how two members of a nation of deadpan snarkers actually do manage to fall in love.
Another great story from down under. Sometimes I can almost figure out what is being talked about. But no matter, it is always entertaining.
Great story. It's good to see /read from an author from Oz. It seems as if the story may well have been set in the outback, rather than the bush...
love how you paint pictures of the scenery...can just see it as my sister has traveled extensively around Oz......full of fun and humour too ...love the repartee between them all....
Appreciate the glossary at the back. Love the language. Great work as always. 5