Episode 35: Talking Aussie Books With Fiona Palmer

Fiona Palmer is a best-selling rural fiction author, farmer and speedway racer who's brand new novel 'Matters of the Heart' (published by Hachette) reimagines Jane Austen's classic novel, 'Pride and Prejudice' - transporting us from rural 19th century England to a remote farming property in 21st century Australia. 'Matters of the Heart' is a rich, heart-warming tale about family, finding love and female empowerment in an era when first impressions can be skewed by social media and getting to know someone means letting your guard down. If you loved 'Pride and Prejudice' as much as I did, I know you're going to enjoy Fiona's modern adaption. Listen in to this week's Episode of Talking Aussie Books as Fiona and I chat about her inspiration for reviving this classic tale, the parallels between Jane Austen's world and ours, Fiona's life on the farm and much, much more.