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|author=Michelle Lovric
|title=The True and Splendid History of the Harristown Sisters
|rating=4.5
|genre=Historical Fiction
|summary=The seven Swiney sisters are growing up during Ireland's 19th century potato famine so know what it is to go without. Therefore when their eldest sister Darcy works out a way for them to earn money using their talent and long, long hair, the other six follow on. (They'd be daft to cross the dangerous Darcy anyway.) Gradually their hair becomes their future and the 'Swiney Godivas' are created. However, fame doesn't always bring happiness with the adventure; in fact for the sisters it brings notoriety – a different thing altogether.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>1408833417</amazonuk>
}}
{{newreview
|title=The Flower Book
|summary=It's March 1616 and William Shakespeare, not having long to live, sends for his lawyer and old friend Francis Collins to draw up his will. While Francis works (at both the will and eating Shakespeare out of house and home) William's mind meanders, regaling Francis with stories and opinions from a life well-lived in a nation in turmoil. After all, Mr S could never resist an audience.
|amazonuk=<amazonuk>1846972787</amazonuk>
}}
