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Dark Country
(Hachette Australia and NZ September, 2009; Piatkus UK, April 2010; Blanvalet, Germany, TBA)
About the book:
Dark Country is the second book in the loosely-linked series set in Dungirri.
Most people in the small town of Dungirri have considered Morgan ‘Gil’ Gillespie a murderer for eighteen years, so he expects no welcome on his return. What he doesn’t expect is the discovery of a woman’s tortured body in the boot of his car, and new accusations of murder.
Wearied by too many deaths and doubting her own skills, local police sergeant Kris Matthews isn’t sure whether Gil is a decent man wronged by life, or a brutal criminal she should be locking up. But she does know that he is not guilty of this murder – because she is his alibi . . .
Between organised crime, police corruption, and the hatred of a town, Gil has nowhere to hide. He needs to work out who’s behind the murder before his enemies realise that the one thing more punishing than putting him back in prison would be to harm the few people he cares about.
Kris is determined to help him, but will their search for the truth make her the next target?
Awards:
Winner, Australian Romance Readers’ Association, Favourite Romantic Suspense 2009
Finalist, Romantic Suspense category, Romance Writers of America RITA Awards
Finalist, Single Title Romantic Mystery/Suspense category, RWAmerica Kiss of Death Chapter’s Daphne du Maurier Awards
Finalist, Romantic Elements category, Romance Writers of Australia Romantic Book of the Year Awards
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ISBN numbers
Australian trade paperback edition: ISBN 13: 9780733623233 ISBN 10: 0733623239
UK paperback edition: ISBN 13: 9780749942137 ISBN 10: 0749942134
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Could you please advise when Dark Country will be released in Australia. Regards
Jillian Dempsey
Jillian,
Dark Country is officially released on 1st September in Australia. It should be shipped to bookstores in the last week of August, so may be available a few days earlier than the 1st.
Thanks for your interest in it!
Bron
I own a secondhand bookstore in the midnorth in south australia, this book came across my desk the other day, with nothing to read I took it home and just could not put it down, I very much enjoyed the whole story, the characters are just wonderful and Belle was just a great character to like. I am very much looking foward to the next book. Keep them comming.
thanks
Nigelle-ann
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Hi Nigelle-ann! I was travelling in the north of South Australia a couple of months ago – I love that part of the world!
It’s lovely to hear that you enjoyed As Darkness Falls. It’s only a few weeks now until Dark Country is out, so I hope that you enjoy it, too.
By the way, I love the name of your book shop! I must try and find it next time I’m in SA
Cheers,
Bron
Bronwyn, I know of one Dark Country sale you’ve made even before the release date. I picked up a copy this morning. I’ll report back tomorrow to say nce things about my evening. —- Eric
Bronwyn Parry, There isn’t much time. If you don’t seek notoriety than you should stop writing immediately. Although I suspect it’s already to late.
Dark Country is an absolute ‘mistress/masterpiece.’ —- A pure joy to read. I felt something with every word.
I love continuity novels and yet, until today, I’ve only one truly perfect example in the special bookshelf I guard like a hawk. Well there are two examples now as Dark Country and As Darkness Falls are both wonderful and worthy additions to that special place.
I’m quite sure anyone who reads Dark Country that hasn’t already read As Darkness Falls will want to do so. They should and they won’t be disappointed for reading them in the wrong order. It will not detract from their experience at all. —- I think that must be the mark of an Author who has something very special to offer readers.
The publicity generated by the realism and wonderful entertainment value of Dark Country will cause traffic jams in Dungirri. I see new subdivisions occupied by people wishing to retire somewhere grand. And, I’m sure the progress society will want to erect the worlds largest Parry to attract more tourism.
My only complain: They put a ‘50 books you can’t put down’ sticker over the top of ‘my’ tree. Not to worry it came off cleanly, but not before I found myself in quite a bind thinking the tree might come off as well.
A was thinking of lending Dark Country to my father to read. That was before I read it myself. I’ll take him to the shops for Father’s Day and point out where he can buy his own. Dark Country is one of those rare books I mustn’t lend to anyone. They’ll fall in love and make any excuse to never return it.
I’m going to keep my copy of Dark Country by my side wherever I go. Every intelligent lady who appears to have something special inside I shall stop and ask if their name is Bronwyn Parry. When I find the correct one I’ll ask her to sign my book. It will give me something very special to leave to my grandchildren, make me feel special, as Ms Parry will be a household name. I can feel that in the words of her novels.
Thank you for something special. I’ve made myself a promise. Any future novel that is written by Bronwyn Parry I will purchase. And, I know I’ll love it to death. —– Eric
Eric,
A belated but sincere than you for your very kind and positive words about Dark Country! I’m glad the sticker peeled off ‘your’ tree easily – it’s lovely seeing the sticker on the books, but there’s not a lot of spare space on the cover for it to go.
I’m not sure about the traffic jams and subdivisions in Dungirri – there’s still the issue of little employment, not to mention the death rate is somewhat higher than average! However, I’m sure the Progress Association will gradulally improve things, and perhaps lure some tree-changers away from the city
It was great to see you at the panel yesterday – sorry I didn’t get to ctach up with you afterwards!
Thanks again,
Bron
I have just completed reading your book
As darkness falls – a beautiful story
I am an Australian and love to read stories like these
Thank You again Bronwyn
Dark Country is the second best book I have read this year, the best being Bronwyn Parry’s first novel As Darkness Falls. Quite often the second book fails to meet expectations when the first was so powerful, but I am glad to say this book is equal to the first. The reader is held in suspense right until the end and the there is everything you could want in a good read – suspense, drama, romance, and intrigue all set in the great Australian bush. The characters are strong and believable and the story line keeps readers engaged all the way through. Move over Di Morrissey, Judy Nunn and Rachael Treasure Australia may have found a new shining star on the horizon in the world of great Australian fiction.
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Jenny and Cathryn – Thank you for your lovely comments! And my apologies for taking a while to respond – I do appreciate you both taking the time to comment.
Jenny, I’ve always loved reading books that reflect the Australia I’m familiar with, so when I started to write, I knew what I wanted to write about!
Cathryn, thank you for such a positive and enthusiastic review. I’m so pleased that you enjoyed both books so much, and honoured that you’ve placed me in such fine company!
I have just finished your book ‘When Darkness Falls’ and really enjoyed it. I am now on the look-out for your next book ‘Dark Country’ to hit the shelves up in North Queensland, so I can complete it after reading the 1st chapter published at the end of your first novel. Congratulations.
Hi Bronwyn,
xxx
Just finished Dark Country,it was fabulous,i read it in under 48 hours,which is amazing considering i have 2 boys under 4!!!! I really just couldnt put it down. I really hope your next book wont be too long of a wait!!! Congratulations and keep em coming
Hi Bronwyn
Just finished reading Dark Country. Absolutely loved it!
Please keep writing. Can’t wait for your next one.
Kind Regards
Cathy Parker
Hi Bronwyn – I have just read and thoroughly enjoyed As Darkness Falls and had to go straight out to buy Dark Country! I started reading it in the car waiting for my husband to return!! Am totally engrossed in what promises to be yet another fantastic read! Love your style and how you transport the reader to be right ‘there’, I can picture everything so well. Wonderfully Australian!