'Any novel that is at once accessible and thought-provoking is one worth reading' -- Irish Independent Review 20050115 'Purcell is an accomplished storyteller' Ireland on Sunday -- Ireland on Sunday 20050116

Deirdre Purcell was born and brought up in Dublin. Before turning to the writing of fiction, she lived through an eclectic set of careers, including acting as member of the permanent company of Ireland's National Theatre (The Abbey) and journalism for all media - for which she won Ireland's top awards.