Book Review: Outback Magic by Rhonda Forrest ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The title says it all—Outback Magic truly is magic. From the very first chapter, I was swept away by Rhonda Forrest’s beautifully written, heartwarming story.

When Penny arrives in Australia with her cousin Robert, she’s full of big travel plans—but a request to deliver a letter to her estranged uncle changes everything. What was meant to be a quick stop in the outback slowly becomes something much deeper, and I loved watching Penny’s connection grow with not just the land, but with her uncle, his wife, and of course, Todd—the charming local who always seems to be nearby.

Their dynamic was a fun mix of tension and chemistry, and I found Penny’s shift from traveller to someone emotionally invested in this dusty little corner of the world so believable and beautifully written.

One of the standout elements for me was the setting. Rhonda’s descriptions of the outback are stunning—I could picture every scene like a film playing out in my head. It made me want to hit the road and head inland immediately.

And I have to mention the Brolgas! I found that part of the story absolutely fascinating. Even though I’ve lived in Australia my whole life, I realised how little I actually knew about them. That storyline sent me off to do some extra reading—and I love when a book sparks that kind of curiosity. It was such a thoughtful, unexpected detail to include.

I enjoyed this book so much that I’ve already gone and bought the rest of the series. Big thanks to Rhonda Forrest for the gifted copy—what a gem of a story.