Review

The author is clearly engaged with Australian history and the lives of women, and Her Glorious Sunshine Awaits includes some lovely descriptions and interesting historical aspects of both cities and the outback.

Lyn

Sydney, 1925.

At five years of age, Alice was already a master pickpocket, stealing in the courthouse during her father’s trial.

A decade later, seizing an opportunity to escape his control, Alice is forced to flee the city and hide in the Blue Mountains. There, she finds refuge with two endearing elderly sisters, who have their own hidden ties to crime.

Driven by her love for horses, Alice embarks on a journey across Australia — from the lush greenery of Adelaide to the arid outback of Western Australia. Along the way, she faces countless dangers, but her determined spirit keeps her going, fuelled by an unshakable desire for a life filled with love and belonging.

Though her morals hold strong, there are times when she must call upon her old skills when the stakes are at their highest.

Born into a world of crime and hardship, how far will she go to find her glorious sunshine?

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THURSDAY'S CHILD
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Maggie grew up in the Kent countryside during WW2. Find out how an Australian four-penny stamp pre-determined her life and the cause of her mother’s blatant rejection to surface.

Thursday’s Child is so much more than a tale of love, loss, deceit and courage. Not to mention the ill-fated tattoo...

Prepare for a gamut of emotions as you accompany Maggie on her brave and inspiring journey to achieve her dream!

FROM ORCHARDS TO OUTBACK
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Despite all her planning, nothing can prepare Maggie for when she arrives at McKinnley Sheep Station, in a blaze of dust and barking kelpies, and straight into the turbulent path of Jack McKinnley, the station owner's handsome son and his dangerous girlfriend.

The chemistry between Maggie and Jack is undeniable from the start, but Maggie knows she must keep her feelings to herself for the well-being of all concerned. But can she? Will true love find a way or will she be destined to watch as the man she loves is deceived?

The compelling sequel to Thursday's Child, From Orchards to Outback continues Maggie's inspiring journey as she discovers that friends are indeed the family we choose.

About the author

Tracey Friday grew up in the English countryside and now resides in Sydney with her family and mischievous cavoodles. After college, her career has spanned the newspaper industry, the UK and Australian Government and a lawyer’s office. In her twenties, Tracey dreamed of writing a book, but it was only decades later when storyline plots set in bygone eras became her passion.

She is blessed with an imagination that unashamedly runs riot and loves her characters… even the deliciously despicable ones.

Tracey enjoys a high tea and wishes she could hold a tune - oh, and who doesn’t love a Friday?

What readers are saying

Annamaree

I found 'Her Glorious Sunshine Awaits' so lovely to read. I fell in love with Alice and I had to keep reading to find out what turns would happen next. Alice is the kind of person that you want to be friends with because no matter how harsh her start was in life, she didn't allow that to rule her future.

Carla

I enjoyed Her Glorious Sunshine Awaits very much. Alice was a strong character who was very likeable and I wanted her to succeed all the way.
Her encounter with the lovely elderly ladies in the Blue Mountains was beautiful and they helped her very much. I was pleased when her life turned around as she hoped.
I would recommend this book to anyone wanting an easy read over the holidays.

Freda

Her Glorious Sunshine Awaits, by Tracey Friday is a great book to curl up with. The characters are likeable and believable. I quickly became engrossed in the story and clung to the hope that Alice would eventually find her rightful place in the world. Luckily life pans out beautifully for Alice, as it definitely should. Her torturous childhood apart, she eventually finds the man and life she always wanted!
A truly feel good read, I enjoyed it!

Lyn

Renee

Her Glorious Sunshine Awaits follows Alice who starts life as a disappointment to her father simply for being born a girl. He is a nasty man who rules the house through fear. He uses Alice for his gain by teaching her the art of pickpocketing. She is excellent at it but as she gets older she is torn as her morals begin to take over.

She discovers her love for horses and works hard to save to escape the grips of their tragic lives with the father.
Sudden circumstances see her take off on the train and she begins her journey, driven by the desire for love.

I loved this book. It had good characters as well as undesirables. It was sad at times but also contained a lot of love.

I highly recommend this to anyone who would love a love story set in different locations across Australia.

Elizabeth

Tracey Friday’s debut novel “Thursday’s Child” is truly a beautiful story. Tracey’s ability to capture the personality of every character was incredible and writes in a way that makes you feel sentimental.

Gail

I loved Thursday's Child. It is a real page turner with twists and turns.

I couldn't put it down. I can't wait

for the sequel to find out what happens to lovely Maggie.

Kim B

Hi Tracey, I have just finished reading From Orchards to Outback. The story you wove through your two books was beautiful, I felt like I was part of the story. It was sad to have finished them. I hope you keep writing and I look forward to reading your next book.

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A full house! From Orchards to Outback launch day 27 June 2020 at Anna's Shop Around the Corner in Cronulla, NSW Australia	I just couldn't wait to sit in the author's chair!	Thank you to Anna for her lovely welcoming window banner!
My proud moment!	Thank you Anna for a great afternoon!	An amazing feeling to sign a copy of my book!
It was great to meet everyone as I signed copies of From Orchards to Outback and Thursday's Child	Having a coffee before the launch! I felt quite overwhelmed as I did not expect to launch my book at all with the current Covid19 restrictions.	Thank you Anna for the book display - so proud that my character Maggie has now completed her amazing journey!
Thank you to my family Matt, Kelly and Wayne at the launch of Thursday's Child. I am so thankful for your immense love and support!	Huge gratitude to my best friend Debbie who flew all the way from the UK to be at the launch!	Thank you Annette for being an awesome MC at the launch of Thursday's Child on 16 February 2019 at Hazelhurst Gallery in Gymea, NSW Australia
Thank you to everyone who attended the launch	Listening to Annette's amazing speech	My first book signing at the launch of Thursday's Child on 16 February 2019
It was great to see so many friends and family at the launch, thank you Mel.	Harry Hartog at Miranda, NSW Australia	Book signing at QBD Books, Miranda
Thursday's Child displayed in Dymocks, Sydney	Debbie sightseeing in Sydney - with a copy of Thursday's Child of course!	A great day in the Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney
The picturesque Three Sisters in the Blue Mountains, NSW Australia	High Tea in the Blue Mountains	Coffee break in the Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney
Taking a break at my daughter Kelly's place	High Tea with Elaine, it was a great afternoon!	Any excuse for another High Tea - thank you Kelly!
The Royal Botanic Gardens - a perfect spot to read another chapter!	Just had to include Maisy! She was a great listener as I mulled over story plots - forever in our hearts. Sleep tight Zee x	Never pass a great opportunity for promoting a good read!
At Gymea Village Fair in October 2019	Thank you Julie for this perfect pic from Elafonissi beach in Crete!	Time for a coffee at Anna's
Thank you Linda for making Thursday's Child your holiday read in Tenerife!		Thursday's Child from the Black Sea in Bulgaria, thank you Silvia!