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Lyrebird
by Jane Caro

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Chris Gordon, Mar 2025

Is there anything more satisfying than heading to bed with a crime novel written by a feminist? Truly, the comfort in knowing all female characters will be represented with respect and honour warms my heart. And with Jane Caro’s second…

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