So Greek

This book is gratifying reading for all who have an interest in how the nation is really governed and how politics actually plays out. -- Spectator This intimate memoir . . . is a deeply honest expose of the politics of the Canberra press gallery. -- Sydney Morning Herald She uses her journalistic skills and her unparalleled relationship with the key players to go beyond the previously published accounts, especially giving insights into the crises and deteriorating relationship ( poisonous ) as the 2007 election defeat loomed, and everyone wanting to understand the history of this unique leadership situation will use her work. Australian Review of Public Affairs A rivetting insider s account of how politicians, minders, and journalists really operate. Laurie Oakes, political journalist and author, Remarkable Times: Australian Politics 2010-13 - What Really Happened This intimate memoir of Niki Savva a Greek Cypriot with social democratic sympathies . . . is a deeply honest expose of the politics of the Canberra press gallery. Sydney Morning Herald If you have ever contemplated how the nexus between politicians and journalists in Australia operates this is as good an insight as you are likely to find . . . Savva's account of the ongoing battles between Howard and Costello are far more honest than the one found in Costello's own book published last year. Sawa's hard-headed assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of both men as they face certain defeat in the 2007 election is refreshingly honest. Michael McGuire, the Advertiser [An] excellent memoir . . . Savva's book is a compelling and convincing account of her extended Cypriot family's success in this country . . . . This book is gratifying reading for all who have an interest in how the nation is really governed and how politics actually plays out. Savva writes in an engaging and conversational style. Stephen Loosley, the Spectator 'Intelligent, well-written and incredibly knowledgeable. Ian Nichols, West Australian She explains how the Canberra machine works, but can step back and see the funny side. The result is a ride that is insightful and remarkably entertaining. In The Black