'McDonald’s writing paints a picturesque scene of the Australian outback, and of what it is like to grow up rural and how challenging it can be working on the land.’

— Tam Jenkin – That Book You Like

'Crimson Dawn is a rural novel of courage, family and survival. With elements of mystery and romance… McDonald weaves the varying threads together strongly.’

— Sally Murphy – Aussies Reviews

'Once again, Fleur McDonald gives a voice to issues facing people in the outback, with her latest release Crimson Dawn focusing on property management and retention, as well as other challenges of rural life… Of course, the story’s more than that, with betrayal, family secrets and some dark goings-on rounding out the narrative.’

— Monique Mulligan – Stories to Feed the Soul