AWhat a perfect weekend read! Tess the second story in the Brides of Wirralong series but stands alone well. Set in country Victoria, this story is light, sexy and flirty. It’s clear author Victoria Purmam had fun writing it.
Tess and Connor both have their baggage and it affects their approach to starting a relationship but these two are dynamite together. I couldn’t help but smile as I watched them interact, whether it was in the bedroom or out among the vines. They clearly enjoy each other and it’s infectious.
The story is fast paced and while the tone is light it is still a page-turning read. I really enjoyed it.

I loved being back in this town! Tess’s and Connor’s story is a bit of s reverse Harry and Izzy. I loved they while both characters were strong, Tess, in the end, really got to shine (though Connor shined in his love and support of her - they are true partners).

I was disappointed by this book. There's a difference between a slow burn romance, and one that sputters like a dying flame. This was the latter.

It felt like the author took all the research that was done regarding wineries and irrigation and stuffed it into this story. I'm sorry, but I really didn't care all that much. I've read other books set in the industry that did NOT have me bored to tears.

Then Tess spends the majority of the book talking about going home to Napa to present her big idea for the family company. She talks about how she can't start anything because of her big presentation, how important this presentation is, how she needs to look into the eyes of each board member to present her big, game changing idea. And the main part of the story ends with her still in Australia, and the epilogue is set two years later. What happened at this presentation?!?!

The ending seemed rushed, but that's what happens when the slow build takes too long. Then the time for realisations and revelations happens in the blink of an eye (as an aside, the author injects too many similes into the story so that it was really jarring), so much so that the characters seem to know things that have never been discussed.

And how many times do we need to hear Tess being a "motormouth", and then hear other people refer to her that way? And one of her indicators that Connor wasn't the "right" man for her is his buzz cut? Really? How shallow is this woman?

I think with another round of edits this story could be a go, but as it It's not something that I really enjoyed, nor would recommend. Which, considering I really enjoy intertwined series like this, is disappointing on many levels.

On my. what a great book. Another in the Outback Brides of Wirralong series. This is the story of Tess, part of an American wine making family who is in Australia to learn more about the wines made there. She meets Conner, who has been hired by the winery to oversee the irrigation system. There's a definite sizzle when they meet. He doesn't want a relationship and she wants her own wine label. Conner is running away from his ex fiancee. He was left at the alter and not sure he is is ready. He keeps this information from Tess and she feels let down. She makes plane reservations for America. Will they know that there can be a future or will they part ways? I loved Conner and the chemistry between them. loved this book. This book has some very steamy scenes that I loved. Can't wait until the next book. I received this book from Net Galley and Tule Publishing for a honest review.

Another excellent Outback Brides Book. This one tells the story of Tess and Connor who were looking for imperfect love . They found imperfect love and turned it into happily ever after.

Tess is a charming romance story. I love the setting of Australia. It's well written and light and easy to read. This book is part of a series, and I'm sure the next will be just as good. Tess is strong and engaging, and I enjoyed her character. This is an ideal of love that is utterly delightful. Thanks to NetGalley for an arc in exchange for an honest review.

The story of Tess and Connor.
Tess is only in Australia for a month, visiting the winery where her brother now works. Connor has just started working their too, running away is what he does since being julted at the altar. Neither of them is looking for love, but the more time they spend together the futher they fall.

Looking forward to the rest of the series

The Outback Brides of Wirralong book two. Tess by Victoria Purman. A great addition to the series. I enjoyed the character development between the characters it was perfect, great dialogue and loved the setting. I look forward to see what the next in the series brings to us.