The Stranger from the North — Lucy Walker

Life on a cattle station in the Australian outback is tough, and since her father's death, Gerry has to do a man's job. Then a mysterious arrogant stranger rides in and takes over management of the station. Gerry dislikes his highhanded ways, but, in spite of herself, she seems to be letting him take over her heart as well. Is it possible to love and hate him at the same time? Not that it really matters, since Lulu, Gerry's pretty cousin, is the only girl he ever has eyes for....