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The Actresses (Paperback)

by Barbara Ewing (Author)
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  • Paperback: 576 pages
  • Publisher: Sphere; New edition edition (4 Dec 2003)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 075153546X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0751535464
  • Product Dimensions: 19.4 x 12.6 x 3.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 294,447 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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'Ewing ... weaves a plot as complex as Fair-Isle knitting, darting teasingly between past & present & fastens off all the threads so that the pattern is satisfyingly complete' D.TEL. 'This enjoyable book combines elements of courtroom drama & comedy of manners, as well as sharp insights into the harsher realities of theatrical life' TIMES 'Brilliant writing ... a fascinating novel' PRUNELLA SCALES 'A colourful & gripping read' MAUREEN LIPMAN

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5.0 out of 5 stars Once An Actress, Always An Actress, 24 Sep 2003
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And so Barbara Ewing was..... and you can tell. She has every character to a tee. As an ex-actress myself I found myself laughing and crying at all the foibles, insecurities and `luvvie' speak of her wonderful characters.

After reading Ewings latest novel The Trespass I wanted to read more of her work and chose this one - what a great choice. Not only are the characters real but the plot is intricately woven keeping you on the edge of your seat right till the last page. She really is very clever at it!

This novel takes us away from todays TV celebrity and reality stars to a time when actors had to work their nuts off for any recognition - the days of repertory theatre, proper auditions, and little money for the majority. You are only as good as your last part!!!!

Don't miss this unputdownable read!

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4.0 out of 5 stars The Actresses, 22 Aug 2003
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After a slow start this book was well worth keeping with it. the first half of the book introduces the characters - quite a lot of them! and deals with what they are doing how they met etc. The second half is completely intriging and keeps you gripped, not wanting to put the book down. Also the plot twists and turns like you wouldn't expect. A truly great read, my first Barbara Ewing read, I will definately try another!
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An unforgettable and wonderful book., 9 Dec 1999
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This unforgettable bitter-sweet story of a group of 50-something actors & actresses who meet for an annual reunion is a truly great read. The characters are so human, so real that when I finished the book, it was like having to say goodbye to old friends. The writer skillfully darts from past to present, keeping the reader guessing as the plot thickens. Anyone who, like me, was very young in the 1960's and has been a member of the acting profession - albeit briefly - will find this book particularly moving. Thank you, Ms. Ewing, for this wonderful, wonderful story.
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I had read "A Dangerous Vine" by Barbara Ewing, and enjoyed it greatly, so I ordered "The Actresses" and I was so disappointed! Read more
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