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Testimonials

...deadly secrets, coded messages and breathtaking courage. This moving memoir will stay with you forever.

–Review,
Travellink

Of all the amazing life stories to come out of the first half of the 20th century few can be more remarkable than that of Bettina Mendl ... the voyage of discovery is well told and the insight into elegant Viennese life is fascinating.

–Review,
Sydney Morning Herald

A Story Dreamt Long Ago ... Phyllis tells her mother's remarkable story with an impressive voice; smoothly paced and emotionally intelligent. If you like memoirs, this one is definitely worth tracking down.

–Review,
Canberra Times

Probably the most original and magnetic speaker of the festival was Phyllis McDuff...even captivated a large audience of teenagers.

What a joy and inspiration it was to hear you speak yesterday!

Your presentation was just magnificent … you held the audience in the palm of your hand.

The best book I've ever read!

–Peter Threadgold,
reader, Adelaide, Australia

I was totally absorbed … what a fascinating insight into a complex story. Congratulations in taking on such an absorbing task; and writing it so beautifully

In my opinion, Phyllis has a unique literary talent...

–Barbara Ker Wilson,
Member of The Order of Australia (for services to Writing, Editing and Publishing). Author of thirty-five books published internationally. Her significant career in publishing includes roles within Oxford University Press, The Bodley Head, William Collins

Whilst your subject material is fascinating, the real achievement of your work is the quality of the writing. Your style shows great polish and control, ... it was a pleasure to read ... a highly saleable piece of writing which i feel confident has good prospects not only in Australia but also internationally.

–Margaret Kennedy,
Principal Margaret Kennedy Agency, Brisbane Australia

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