PERHAPS A GIFT VOUCHER FOR MUM?: MOTHER'S DAY
Maureen McCarthy is the ninth of ten children and grew up on a farm near Yea in Victoria. After working for a while as an art teacher, Maureen became a full-time writer. Her novels for young adults include The Convent, Somebody's Crying, Rose By Any Other Name and her much loved bestseller Queen Kat, Carmel and St Jude Get a Life, which was made into a highly successful 4-part mini-series for ABC TV. Her books for children include Careful What You Wish For and Flash Jack.
McCarthy's book couldn't be more timely... This is an engaging and at times gripping book. It's well worth picking up. * Big Issue (Australia) * Interwoven with family mysteries and peopled with complex, convincing characters, this is a compelling tale. * Adelaide Advertiser *
