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Eleanor Jones's avatar

I’ve never heard of Diane Oliver, thank you for shining a light on her work! It’s so sad that she died before she had chance to share more stories. Thank you for sharing :)

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Kate Jones's avatar

I know...so sad, and exactly why I think it's important to shine a light on women's narratives of the past and present, so that more people can find them! Thank you for reading 😀

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Robin Stewart's avatar

Just bought her book. Fascinating article.

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Kate Jones's avatar

Thanks, Robin! I hope you enjoy it 😀

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Luka Benegas's avatar

I’m so glad you wrote this as I just recently picked up Neighbors! I heard about Diane Oliver’s tragic death and immediately wanted to own a copy of her work. I can’t help but wonder what amazing masterpieces she would have given the world had it not been for her accident.

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Kate Jones's avatar

Thanks, Luka! I know, so tragically young and so talented.

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Jon (Animated)'s avatar

Such an interesting piece. So well researched and informative.

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Kate Jones's avatar

Thank you :)

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Sandra de Helen's avatar

Thank you for this. Have placed the new edition of Neighbors and Other Stories by Diane Oliver on hold at my local library.

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Kate Jones's avatar

Excellent! Hope you enjoy it 😀

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Nicola Billington's avatar

Interesting. I didn't think I knew the name Diane Oliver until I read she “didn’t see how she could play the maid’s part for four years” and a bell rang... and then the fact that she died at 22. I will remember her name now - I must have read a review quite recently, and not recognising the name at the time, it didn't stick.

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Kate Jones's avatar

Thank you for reading, Nicola 😀

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Kate Jones's avatar

You're welcome, glad you enjoyed 😀

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