My first book of Stella Quinn and I loved it and it looks like I have to read the other books to get to know the other characters from this book. Another author to binge-read.
It’s heartwarming, funny and a beautiful story.
Loved the characters in this book especially Alfie (wink).
I highly recommend this book.

Thank you NetGalley and to the publisher HarperCollins Australia for this wonderful book, ARC.

Look if Stella Quinn writes it...I'm going to read it! Not even going to bother with the blurb. I'm just going to jump straight in and know it will be an entertaining read I will love.

Heartwarming, funny and set in a picturesque small town, you cant help but fall in love with the community of characters that call Hanrahan home.

Kylie is a powerhouse. She is very independent and working as mechanic but her business is struggling, while Damon is the overworked barrister on the brink of a full breakdown and together...wow! Great banter and fabulous slow burn chemistry between these two! You can't help but love them both even though they both very clearly have their flaws.

And Alfie...absolutely loved him and his connection to Damon!

Quinn once again shows why she is one of my favourite rural romance writers with A Snowy River Summer.

Kylie Summer lives in Hanrahan, a small town in the Snowy Mountains and she’s a mechanic. Kylie is struggling to find a bloke, there’s an eligible man drought, and she’s tried the dating apps and had no luck. Damon Johns is from Sydney and his mother has sent him to Hanrahan to sort out and sell the property she’s inherited from her half-brother. Damon knows nothing about his late uncle, running a vineyard and picnic business and taking care of his elderly Labrador who likes to lick people’s feet and eat things he shouldn’t.

Kylie’s business is struggling and she needs the paid work Damon offers, he requires a driver and someone to help him sort through the sheds full of mysterious machinery and she adores old tractors. Damon is a tall, dark and handsome, and Kylie wonders why he arrived town like he did and she would be foolish to develop feelings for him and risk having her heart broken.

I received a copy of A Snowy River Summer from NetGalley and Harlequin Australia in exchange for an unbiased review. I laughed and cried while reading this moving, thought provoking and uplifting novel and I couldn’t put it down and didn’t want it to end. The characters are diverse and some I’ve already met in the previous books in the popular rural fiction series, like Kylie and Hannah, Vera and Josh, and Marigold and Kev, and newbies Damon and Nick and Alfie the dog.

The story highlights the prejudice female mechanics face, and how being a high achieving barrister is stressful and many struggle with their mental health and that's why Damon took a break and ended up in Hanrahan and not just to help his mum.

It emphasises relevant themes like overcoming obstacles, and life presents us with unexpected challenges or surprises, like finding love when you least expect it and plans can be changed or altered if you take a chance. I adore reading stories set in small Australian country towns, with the sense of community and kinship, a variety of residents and of course lots of drama and I highly recommend Stella Quinn’s latest book and five stars from me.

This was my first Stella Quinn book but it certainly won't be my last.
I actually have a couple of her books on my tbr pile and they will certainly be moving higher up!
I adore rural romance and this was just my cup of tea.
The wonderful relationships between the people in this community just warmed my heart.
I fell in love with Kylie and Damon, loved watching their relationship kick off, then slowly grow.
Kylie's relationship with her mother made me miss my own Mum, who has been gone for over 10 years now. I certainly was moved to tears at one part in particular (no spoilers).
Hannah and Tom are also wonderful friends to Kylie.
And Alfie, well he just stole the show didn't he!
Absolutely brilliant, thank you Stella.

Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Australia for the digital arc. All opinions are my own.

Stella Quinn delivers another charming rural romance with A Snowy River Summer, blending heartfelt storytelling with an authentic small-town Australian setting. The Snowy Mountains backdrop adds a cozy, immersive feel, making it easy to picture the crisp air and rugged landscapes that shape the characters’ lives.

Kylie is a fantastic lead—strong, determined, and easy to root for as she works tirelessly to keep her mechanic workshop afloat. Damon, the city lawyer thrown into small-town life, provides a great contrast, and their chemistry builds in a satisfying way. I enjoyed the gradual development of their relationship, which felt natural rather than rushed. The inclusion of a special-needs Labrador was a lovely touch, adding warmth and emotional depth to the story.

Quinn’s writing captures the essence of rural romance beautifully, balancing humor, heart, and personal growth. While some moments felt a bit predictable, the emotional beats landed well, making this a comforting and enjoyable read.

Copy received via Netgalley and Harper Collins Australia for an honest review

I am not a big fan of the RuRo genre (I did the tree change, it is usually NOT like it is in the books, but that is why we read them, right), and Stella Quinn can be a bit hit or miss for me.

A Snowy River Summer was a hit.

With a twist, of the city boy going country, it was nice for a change to see the man be the fish out of water, Damon and Kylie's tale was one that kept me captivated.

I could feel Kylie's heart and hurt when it came to finding love in a small town (boy, there really can be slim pickings when you do the tree change to a small town, speaking from experience here). And I got her frustration with the small mindedness and old fashioned ideals of some of the older generation in small towns.

Oh, and don't get me started on the gossip mill haha. I felt it to my core every time Kylie talked about it hahah.

I liked Damon's enlightenment of what he wants and needs for a fulfilling life. Add in an overweight but lovable goofball dog, best friends who have your back and small town life, A Snowy River Summer was an enjoyable tale.

Oh, and I loved that towns not far from where I live *cough cough Wombat* got a mention!