Mrs. Bruce writes with a freedom and grace which must win hostsof readers, and there is a lovableness about her Australian youths andmaidens which makes one never tired of their healthy and sociableviews of life.

“There can be no doubt about the success of Miss Bruce . . .real pathos which gets hold of the reader, and her effects are obtainedin a real natural way that makes them all the more telling. Sheevidently knows the up-country life . . . she grips the attentionfrom start to finish.”—Melbourne Argus.

“It is a real pleasure to recommend this story to Australianreaders.”—Perth Western Mail.

“The incidents of station life, its humours, festivities, and mishaps,are admirably sketched in this vivid narrative.”—AdelaideRegister.

“The writer understands all about the wonders of the Australianbush, its wild horses, kangaroos, wombats, and infinitely variousnatural life.”—Daily Telegraph.

“An admirable story, exquisitely told, full of gentle pathos, andringing true all through.”—The Sportsman.

“The story is written in a refreshing and lovable manner, whichmakes instant appeal.”—Manchester Courier.

“A story always healthy and enjoyable in its sympatheticdelineation of unsophisticated nature.”—The Scotsman.

“The story has many more incidents than Mrs. Bruce’s earlierbooks, and though her style is quiet and matter-of-fact, she doessucceed in infusing reality into her exciting episodes.”—The MelbourneArgus.