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Tony Parsons Tony Parsons i(A13334 works by) (birth name: Anthony David Parsons)
Born: Established: 1931 ;
Gender: Male
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1 y separately published work icon Long Gone the Corroboree Tony Parsons , London : Austin Macauley Publishers , 2018 14749874 2018 single work novel

'Sailing north along the Australian East Coast in 1770, Captain James Cook spied eleven mysterious peaks that he named the Glasshouse Mountains after the glass furnaces of his native Yorkshire. Unknown to Cook, the mysterious landforms were culturally significant to the traditional owners of the land, the Gubbi Gubbi people, who have long regarded them as deeply spiritual places.

'Celebrated writer Clayton Steele returns from America after cancer treatment to rehabilitate in the beautiful hinterland of Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. There, Clayton discovers an old, abandoned cottage set in a gloriously wild and beautiful garden beside Jerogeree Creek. But when Clayton encounters one-hundred-year-old Gubbi Gubbi man, Marjaru; and Gubbi Gubbi descendant, Billy, Clayton’s life becomes entwined in the passing of a deeply spiritual man and its impact on the young boy.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Return to Moondilla Tony Parsons , Crows Nest : Allen and Unwin , 2015 8767023 2015 single work novel crime

'When Greg Baxter returns to his childhood home to finish what he hopes will be a bestselling novel, he didn't count on his plans being waylaid by an investigation into a local drug syndicate, an attempt on his life, and little touch of romance...

'Return to Moondilla tells the story of former journalist, Greg Baxter, who's recently returned to the Moondilla area he grew up in to finish writing what he hopes will be a bestselling novel.

'Far from being able to concentrate on his novel, though, Baxter is drawn into an investigation into a local drug dealing ring that puts his life in danger. He's also the subject of attention of numerous single women in Moondilla, including the local doctor he once had a crush on, Julie Rankin.

'After an attempt on his life, Baxter is hugely relieved when the drug ring is broken open. Finally able to finish his novel, he's elated by its success and also finds himself in love...

'With Return to Moondilla, popular Australian author, Tony Parsons, has written another action-packed novel combining a rural setting with a crime subplot and some romance.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Back to the Pilliga Tony Parsons , Sydney : Arena , 2013 Z1916948 2013 single work novel 'It was always expected that Lachie Sinclair and his brothers would one day take over the family property, Kamilaroi. But when tragedy strikes, Lachlan blames his father and angrily renounces any future for him at Kamilaroi.

Moving to the city, Lachie joins the police force and quickly rises through the ranks. But after being injured in a gunfight he decides to go out on his own as a private investigator.

When a wealthy society woman asks Lachie to lead the search for her missing daughter, he reluctantly agrees. Early indications are that the woman's captors are hiding her in the Pilliga region, meaning Lachie must return to his roots in order to try and save her life ...' (Publisher's blurb)
1 2 y separately published work icon Silver in the Sun Tony Parsons , Camberwell : Penguin , 2007 Z1386872 2007 single work novel

'When handsome young Ian Richardson inherits Kanimbla, a vast merino stud property in Queensland's Murrawee district, there's great speculation about whether he'll sell up and take the money and run back to England. But Ian soon proves himself a capable boss, earning the respect of his employees, and winning hearts too, especially that of the beautiful Fiona McDonald.

'Ian finds Kanimbla threatened by falling wool prices, and works hard to give the property a new direction. The energy he brings is infectious, and when he suggests that the community pull together to rescue their dying township, even the most reluctant sheep farmers and cattlemen stand up to be counted. Then Ian receives a letter from his parents' estate, and suddenly everything is thrown into question.' (Publisher's blurb)
1 y separately published work icon Valley of the White Gold Tony Parsons , Camberwell East : Viking , 2006 Z1227869 2006 single work novel
1 y separately published work icon Return to the High Country Tony Parsons , Ringwood : Penguin , 2001 Z923222 2001 single work novel Wracked by grief following his father's death, David is determined to succeed. With the MacLeod love of the land running in his blood, and the beautiful Catriona at his side, he builds an impressive empire of grazing properties for the sons he hopes will follow him. But grooming a suitable heir proves as challenging and heartbreaking as rural life itself. It is David's passion for his beloved high country, and the support of the women in his life, that keep his dream alive. (Libraries Australia record)
1 3 y separately published work icon The Call of the High Country Tony Parsons , Ringwood : Penguin , 1999 Z70745 1999 single work novel In the heart of Australia's rugged high country, three generations of the MacLeod family battle to make a living on the land. As a young married couple, Andrew and Anne work together to make the very best of their property, High Peaks, but at what cost to their happiness?..An inspiring and heartwarming saga of a family battling through hard times, of a love that defies all odds, and of dreams that won't be broken.(Publisher's blurb, back cover).
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