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Author's Notes: Odette Debono in The Western Mail



A lovely piece by Odette Debono in The Western Mail today on Pill and her debut memoir White Sheep which launches a week today at Newport Festival of Words! Order a copy from Parthian Books or your favourite bookshop!
'A memoir that explores the deep complexities of a life: of coming-of-age, of being from a mixed-race family, of growing up in a working class community, with such intimacy and honesty, I couldn't put it down. Debono writes about a mother-daughter relationship that is strained by addiction with such nuance and ultimately, with great love and care. This is a book about home, about belonging, and about the beauty and pain that shapes the making of us. It's a triumph.' – Taylor Edmonds
'A heartbreaking rollercoaster of hope, fear… and love... and a timely reminder of the beauty and fragility of life.' – Patrick Jones

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