Barra Creek

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Set against the backdrop of 1960s New Zealand, the story follows Sally Mitchell, the youngest daughter of a sheep-farming family, who defies her parents by pursuing a relationship with an older man. After a rebellious stint in Sydney, she seeks adventure as a governess on a remote cattle station in Cape York, a wild and untamed land. The narrative spans decades, culminating in a shocking revelation in 2003 that transforms lives and evokes a range of emotions, blending humor, poignancy, and unexpected twists.