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Fiona Forsyth

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Hello, thanks to KU and GR, I've become online pals with Jacquie, and of course she led me to you. Your books are wonderful -- "The Third Daughter" simply astonished me. What's next?
Fiona Forsyth Hi Sally, and how lovely of you to message. It is much appreciated.
Yes, Jacquie is great, and I’m hoping to be just like her when I grow up! I’m so h…moreHi Sally, and how lovely of you to message. It is much appreciated.
Yes, Jacquie is great, and I’m hoping to be just like her when I grow up! I’m so happy that you enjoyed “The Third Daughter”, as I am very fond of Junia Tertia. She lived at a remarkable time, and I am convinced she was a redoubtable woman.
At the moment I’m working on the second of a series revolving around the poet Ovid in exile. He is a hugely enjoyable character - for me at any rate! It should be out in the autumn.
Are you a big Roman fan? If you are likely to be in London in the next few months there is an exhibition at the British Museum that looks terrific - Legion. All about the Roman army. I’m sure I shall bump into Jacquie there, so we’ll make sure we post a selfie or two.
If you would be interested in a short story or two, let me know. I’m contactable on fiona@fionaforsythauthor.co.uk
Keep in touch!(less)
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Alas, I reside in rainy California on a fixed income, so there's no way I can get to London. Told Jacquie how jealous I am. I shall impatiently await the next Ovid book, and console myself with my lemon tree. My question must contain a ? so there it is.
Fiona Forsyth I grew a lemon tree from a pip in Qatar. Now I’m nostalgic…
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