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Praise For Fiona Lowe

“Set to be the next Big Little Lies. Part-Liane Moriarty, part-Jodi Picoult, Just an Ordinary Family is a compelling drama about a seemingly ‘ordinary’ family that implodes after a domino effect of lies, betrayals, disappointments and regrets.”—Mamamia on Just An Ordinary Family

“Fiona Lowe weaves an extraordinary story of loss, love and forgiveness.”—Glam Adelaide on Just An Ordinary Family

“This is a captivating story that encompasses all of the aspects of family life with its triumphs and its tribulations.”—Mic Loves Books on Just An Ordinary Family

“The undisputed queen of Australian small town fiction … Fiona’s trademark mix of engaging, well described characters and interesting social issues will draw you in.”—Canberra Weekly on Just An Ordinary Family

“This is a true family drama and tale of sacrifice, betrayal and ultimately forgiveness.”— Kiddo Magazine on Just An Ordinary Family

“Fiona Lowe's ability to create atmosphere and tension and real relationship dynamics is a gift.”

—Sally Hepworth, bestselling author of The Mother-in-Law on Home Fires

“Lowe breathes real life into her characters…Home Fires is a profoundly hopeful tale, one of re-generation, of the strength gained from women supporting women, and of a community pulling together, one that acts as a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit…a deeply Australian story that brilliantly captures our own life and times.”

—Better Reading on Home Fires

“Fiona Lowe has once again brought the Australian way of life to us. The characters are complex, with secrets and heartbreak. They are the true vision of a country town, fighting for their town and happiness.”—Glam Adelaide on Home Fires

“Fiona Lowe is the queen of Australian country town fiction … another well researched and compassionate tale.”—Canberra Weekly on Home Fires

“Lowe is a master at painting believable characters with heart and soul that contribute to creating such an addictive read.”—The Weekly Times on Birthright

“Birthright is a complex story that seamlessly intertwines many story lines. It is full of interesting characters that reveal more and more as the story progresses. It is raw, incredibly engaging and reads beautifully.” —The Big Book Club on Birthright

“Fiona Lowe’s writing is infused with many splendid literary influences. Her books entertain and immerse readers but there are also echoes of classic writers such as Evelyn Waugh, the Brontë sisters, and Isabel Allende…Lowe's writing is distinctly Australian with its power to evoke grit and tenderness, joy and bleakness, tragedy and comedy, all at once.”

—Better Reading on Birthright

“Filled with credible characters and familiar situations, it makes for an emotional read.”

—Canberra Weekly on Birthright

“Entertaining and riveting reading.”

—Good Reading on Birthright

“The question of wealth is always a contentious issue and Fiona Lowe explores this subject area with great insight, wrapping the resulting family story up in one engrossing and highly readable novel.”

—Amanda, Mrs B’s Book Reviews on Birthright

“A sweeping Australian novel of lost love and tangled family secrets.”