Rebecca will need all her faith to endure, and this is a compelling story that ought to appeal to readers of inspirational, historical and romance fiction. In its theme of a young woman coming to live in a strange environment there is even a hint of the gothic about it, sans the supernatural. But there is some of the frisson of a "female in jeopardy" plot, as Rebecca has to cope with hostility and danger but in a more down to earth, realistic way which is likely to appeal more to the modern reader. This is, as far as I can judge, a fairly convincing picture of life on a cattle station at this time and an accurate description of the way Aboriginals were viewed, and how they viewed the white settlers and their religion. Gripping, uplifting and enjoyable - I will want to read the whole trilogy.