One Fateful Summer

A Summer of Secrets, Passion, and Second Chances

One Fateful Summer by Margaret Way is a sweeping romantic drama set in the breathtaking Australian outback. First published in 1995 by Mills & Boon, this compelling novel explores lost love, buried secrets, and the powerful pull of home and heart.

Back Where It All Began

When spirited journalist Casey Michaels returns to her childhood home in rural Australia, she is forced to confront the past she thought she'd left behind — including the man who once broke her heart. Jake Lassiter is still as magnetic and mysterious as ever, and the chemistry between them remains undeniable. But old wounds, long-held secrets, and family tensions threaten to keep them apart once more. As the heat of the summer intensifies, so does the emotional storm building between them.

Romantic, Emotional, and Rich in Setting

Margaret Way brings the Australian landscape vividly to life, filling the pages with drama, desire, and emotional depth. One Fateful Summer is perfect for readers who love second-chance romances, strong heroines, and stories where passion and pride collide under a wide, open sky.

A moving and evocative tale of love rediscovered and truths revealed in the most unforgettable of summers.