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'The valley is nestled between rugged peaks, divided by a magnificent river. Within its peaceful green contours are held the secrets of generations of tribes, families and loners who have come under its spell. But some secrets are never shared, never told. Until one woman returns and begins asking questions... and discovers the story of a forgotten valley pioneer whose life becomes entwined with hers. But in looking into her own family's history she uncovers more than she ever expected - and what her mother hoped would always remain a secret...' (Publisher's blurb)
Notes
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Author's note: This is a work of fiction. All characters are creations of my imagination - with one exception. Isabella Mary Kelly lived in the Manning Valley of NSW in the mid nineteenth century and I like to think she would be pleased with my telling of her story, the salvaging of her reputation, and remembering her for the feisty and formidable woman she was. I have also drawn inspiration from the letters and memories of my grandparents, Jack and Louisa Revitt of Wingham, NSW, where I was born. I hope you enjoy my valley. DM. Byron Bay, 2006
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Dedication: For all my family, everywhere. Special hugs to my mother, Kay, daughter Gabrielle and son Nick; and to Barrie, welcome to the family.
Publication Details of Only Known VersionEarliest 2 Known Versions of
Other Formats
- Also large print.
- Also braille.
Works about this Work
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form
y
Bestsellers and Blockbusters
Sydney
:
Australian Broadcasting Commission
,
2010
15302616
2010
film/TV
'Jennifer Byrne is joined by the heavy artillery of the publishing world to discuss what it takes to be a bestselling author. Jennifer is joined by the man behind the enigmatic Jack Reacher Lee Child, author of Ice Station and The Five Greatest Warriors Matthew Reilly, author of 17 bestselling novels including The Silent Country, Di Morrissey as well as Australia's biggest selling author Bryce Courtenay.'
Source: Publisher's blurb.
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Inspired Quest Told at Length
2007
single work
review
— Appears in: The West Australian , 10 September 2007; (p. 6)
— Review of The Valley 2006 single work novel -
This Weel's Selections
2006
single work
review
— Appears in: The Advertiser , 16 December 2006; (p. 10)
— Review of The Valley 2006 single work novel -
Into the Valley of the Past
2006
single work
review
— Appears in: The Age , 9 December 2006; (p. 22)
— Review of Sylvia 2006 single work novel ; The Valley 2006 single work novel -
Books Fiction
2006
single work
review
— Appears in: The Courier-Mail , 11 - 12 November 2006; (p. 30)
— Review of The Valley 2006 single work novel
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Books Fiction
2006
single work
review
— Appears in: The Courier-Mail , 11 - 12 November 2006; (p. 30)
— Review of The Valley 2006 single work novel -
Into the Valley of the Past
2006
single work
review
— Appears in: The Age , 9 December 2006; (p. 22)
— Review of Sylvia 2006 single work novel ; The Valley 2006 single work novel -
This Weel's Selections
2006
single work
review
— Appears in: The Advertiser , 16 December 2006; (p. 10)
— Review of The Valley 2006 single work novel -
Inspired Quest Told at Length
2007
single work
review
— Appears in: The West Australian , 10 September 2007; (p. 6)
— Review of The Valley 2006 single work novel -
form
y
Bestsellers and Blockbusters
Sydney
:
Australian Broadcasting Commission
,
2010
15302616
2010
film/TV
'Jennifer Byrne is joined by the heavy artillery of the publishing world to discuss what it takes to be a bestselling author. Jennifer is joined by the man behind the enigmatic Jack Reacher Lee Child, author of Ice Station and The Five Greatest Warriors Matthew Reilly, author of 17 bestselling novels including The Silent Country, Di Morrissey as well as Australia's biggest selling author Bryce Courtenay.'
Source: Publisher's blurb.
Awards
- Mid North Coast, New South Wales,
- 2006