Book review: New ‘City Girls’ outing leaves a warm feeling

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Book review: New ‘City Girls’ outing leaves a warm feeling

Patricia Scanlan captures the tribulations of womanhood. Picture: Anthony Woods

Sat, 19 Apr, 2025 - 01:00
Chloe Barrett

  • City Girls Forever 
  • Patricia Scanlan 
  • Simon and Schuster, €14.99 

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