Love's Unwavering Hope: A Christian Romance (Beneath the Southern Cross: The Dawn of a Sunburned Land Series Book 1) PAPERBACK

This story is great. Harry moves to Sydney to find a new life and follow his dream. While there, he meets Clara, a rich socialite. The two of them fall in love, marry, and decide to move to the wilds of Australia. The book tells of their trials and tribulations. It is very well written and it's hard to put down once you start it. The author paints a picture of what they see and do in such a manner that you can see it too. I loved this book. I'm already looking forward to the next one in the series.
I did receive a copy of the book from the author, but this review is my own.

Another generation of Goddard ‘s forge their way into the Australian landscape. Two lives, so very different but destined to be together. On their path they befriend an unlikely old man, and he has a lasting impact on their lives. The ending is not really a cliffhanger but we are not clear where the young couple will go, how they will find their way, and if either will reunite with those they left behind. I could not put this book down, it captures your attention from the first words and holds you until alas it ends leaving you hungry for the more. I received an ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

I purchased the 1-3 books and thoroughly enjoyed listening to them while I did my work/crochet/dusting etc. I carried my iPad around so I wouldn't miss any of the stories.
I found them really easy to listen to, sometimes I was so anxious to see how the young couple fared but true to their word, their faith bought them through. I will look forward to listening to the next two books. It was refreshing to listen to a Christian story, no bad language, no **** scenes, just a gentle story.

I think this is my favorite book of this series & the saddest. Juliette Duncan never lets you down. When you read one of her books it’s like real life & you feel you are there, living every moment with them. I hated for this book to end, but I’m sure the next book will be just as good. I felt for John & Isobel had met when his family took a vacation to help Clara get over the baby she had just lost. She came from money & he was just an average boy, but John longed to go back there. Long story short, they married & his parents were able to come the long distance to the wedding. While they were still there, John’s dad got a message that his dad had a stroke & he need to come. It was a very long ways & Harry was afraid they couldn’t make it in time. It was a long & dangerous journey. The ocean was ruff & scary with the boat rocking & shaking & water coming inside. Most everyone was scared to death & sea sick from the boat tossing so wildly. The is awesome book about love, travel, romance & how God will take care of us all rolled into one book. I don’t think you will be disappointed in your choice to read this book or any of her other books!

I received this ARC book for free, but I have read a lot of her other books also. They all hold your attention & your heart. I haven’t been disappointed in any of her books. It always feels like you are a part of the story. I have really enjoyed all of her many books I have read. If you like Old west stories, you will definitely want to read this.

Love Juliette Duncan writing style! Her books are Faith filled, intriguing and spell bound! This book is another amazing book about Goddard Downs. There is trials that they work through and a lot of blessings they realize and enjoy. During it all, they keep a focus to see them through everything.
I received this book and volunteering to write an honest review!

Juliette Duncan's stories get better which each novel she writes and the historical context she adds is true to what it was like back then. I went to do some research on the Bight as it intrigued me and the descriptions in this book match what travelers went through back then making the story seem even more real. The continuation of this series did not disappoint, from adventure to heartache it had everything in it as Harry and Clara's story continues to unfold. I could not put the book down as I 'needed' to know what happened next! I would highly recommend this series and look forward to the next one and the continuation of the Goddard story.
I received a free advanced copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

Book five of the Beneath the Southern Cross series is the best yet. Harry and Clara face their greatest challenges yet; ironically, away from their home at Goddard Downs. This writer draws you in from the first words and your constant desire to know the rest of the story keeps the pages turning. There is heartache and there is peace. The past is revisited and there are pleasant surprises. This is the best early 1900's series I have ever read. There is not a cliffhanger but the Goddard's have more of a story to tell. For my honest review, I received and advance copy.

Warning… you’ll need a box of Kleenex close by! Juliette Duncan has woven the most beautiful though heartbreaking love story I’ve ever read. She weaves beautiful detailing of the scenery of the story along with her Christian beliefs throughout with all her characters. In some characters, they demonstrate the periods where they question God and what they’ve believed just as I’m sure all of us have at one time, especially if you’ve faced an unexpected death of a love one. This is definitely a MUST READ!!

I loved returning to Harry & Clara Goddard's now successful cattle station in the outback! Harry proved himself a thoughtful husband when he takes the family on a trip to Broome after Clara suffers depression following the death of their infant daughter. You will enjoy reading about the growth of their children and how John decides to set out to prove himself in the city and finds romance. But should he stay in the city with his new love or return to the cattle station! I like how the family faces difficulties and decisions by trusting God. I received a complimentary e-book from the author, Juliette Duncan. I recommend Love's Precious Moments to others. This is my honest opinion.

Wow what can I write about this book, loved it and can't wait to read more of these books. The content was great and kept me interested in wanting to read more of it. I thought it was easy to read. Well done. I will definitely be getting more books.

Juliette Duncan’s excellent writing shines again in this book. Her character development is outstanding and her plots capture so many emotions and experiences. But what she does best is the way she weaves scripture, prayer, and reflections on faith into each story. She helps me grow spiritually while providing a great read.

Excited to read this next instalment….. devoured each page and unexpected ending …. Can’t wait for next book! As always, love the scriptural quotes throughout. Thank you again

Unless you are new to Juliette Duncan’s books, you are aware that this current series—Beneath the Southern Cross-Dawn of the Sunburned Land, is the history of the family that established and built Goddard Downs that we first read about in the Sunburned Land Series. The Sunburned Land may be her most beloved series and fans wanted more. This is book four, book one was the roots of the family, book two was the beginning of the branch of the family that would later establish Goddard Downs, book three saw Goddard Downs established.

Love’s Precious Moments covers a ten year span period. The family grows in number, in faith, and in responsibility. The parents are learning to “let go and let God”. Station Life was solitary. There were no neighbors, no public school or church. Life happened on the station. The children had to leave if they were to find their lifetime mate or God had to send someone to them. John is the first to leave. As the oldest son, the Station would be his someday if he returned. John’s finding a wife and determining if he would return to his legacy or establish a new branch of the family in a new place is the main story of this book.

The author has done a great job of covering years that could have been a bit mundane. Instead we read of emotional healing, growing independence, learning new skills, finding new love, and making decisions in both emotional and in dangerous situations.

I am amazed at the way Juliette Duncan has pulled this off and still given us a bit to look forward to in her next project.

I've loved reading about the beginnings of Goddard Downs - from the family's beginnings in Gippsland to establishing a property and family in the Kimberlys for generations to come. I'm really looking forward to reading book 4 when it becomes available.

This story, unusually, isn't about how the heroes fall in love, but how their love for each other and for God is all they have to carry them through their trials. You know - or hope - it will somehow work out, but how will they get tested? What will they endure? Will it be too much for them? Will their new land overcome them?

This was such a moving story of Harry and Clara making their way across very undeveloped land to the Kimberly. It ie so you realistic I felt the heat and dryness, fears and most of all their trust in God as the joined the drivers and later led them with their cattle. Hard to put it down and yet I wanted to read slowly to take it all in and make it last. I love this and all of Juliette's youbooks but this was one of the best. Highly recommend and can't wait for book 4. I may have to read the Sundown series again, the future of Goddard Downs.

This is an interesting story of young Eliza and an her even younger brother who travel to Australia to live out her mother’s dream for them. Their mother died on the ship over from where they had been staying while with their father had been at the homestead. He's had now got things set up for them up for to start their new life together. Faced with many hardships and challenges starting with their mother’s death on the ship, it just seemed like it was one thing after another. Eliza was finding it hard to ask God for help & depend on him like her Mother did. Where was God when her Mother died?? Where was He now when she need His help the most?? I liked that Eliza was serious & was determined to keep the promises that she made to each of her parents. Then there is the crooked Samuel Bartholomew who demand Eliza marry him to pay off her father’s debts, & then there is the mean & bad Chatworth brothers, William & Edward that actually work for Samuel Bartholomew. They have everyone fooled! But is any of their Claims true?? Will Samuel succeed to take over the farm which is his ultimate cool??? Jamie Goddard, a neighbor & a hard-working young man endeavoring to keep his family's farm afloat while pitching in to help the Reynolds family next door to overcome some serious obstacles Perhaps with love, hope, and God's direction there's a chance they might make itAs Jamie's and Eliza's feelings for one another grow, Eliza's father never wanted her to see Jamie anymore, but right now God & Jamie may be her only hope. As each determines to do what's right, can love survive under such harsh circumstances? They all work together, Eliza, Thomas, and Jamie, all worked together giving their best to accomplish what was necessary. "They had lost much, but they had also found something better-strength, determination, and love. & Eliza had learned to trust God" Would God see them trough & protect them from the licks of the Samuel Bartholomew & the Chatworth brothers? This is a wonderful clean historical romance set in Australia, and I strongly recommend it. I received a complimentary ARC of this book and have given my honest opinion in this review & in my own words.

Juliette Duncan writes in such a style you feel you know the characters personally and feel emotionally invested. Along with her deep spiritual beliefs, she brings forth in her books that you feel like you are living the story written for you. I love Harry & Clara’s love story. It’s so interesting how they met & fell in love. It had to be God. I highly recommend this series & all of her books. You never have to worry about what is in the books you know they are faith based & completely clean! I was given an advanced copy of this book by the author. All thoughts and comments are my very own.

What a wonderful book! Juliette does it over & over with clean Christian books. She tells how hard it was back in the day when pioneers moved in new territory. How hard & difficult it was for them moving across unknown territory. The trails & danger they endured to get to new land to call their own. I have always loved westerns & all, but she brings it closer with this family from the beginning of the journey when they eloped to get married against her parents wishes. Her family was wealthy & proper & wantedh her to find someone worthy of her. She was tired of the wealthy lifestyle & tired of her father’s demands. Clair love Harry & was willing to give up everything for a new life. They started out alone, but latter joining a cattle drive. This one of the best books I have read that tells you of the ruff life of the first settlers. It was hard to put down. I would literally be falling asleep reading it, becauseI just wanted to keep going.

I received this book from the author, but it has in no way influenced my review. Juliette Duncan is a great author & I haven’t been disappointed in any of her books I have read. You don’t have to worry about language or anything. When she says they are clean, you can count on they will be clean! Juliette, thank you for putting your talents to work for people like me who love good clean books!😊

Juliette Duncan’s book Loves Rebellious Spirit:

In this book you will read about a young man wanting to move to the city, a rich girl who is controlled by her parents and a lonely old man who is willing to help. Harry and Clara are complete opposites. Can these two people be happy with being more than friends? Walt is a loner who is fighting to protect himself from his enemy. When Harry and Clara show us on his property all of their lives will change. The author will have you on the edge of your seat waiting to see what happens next.