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How and Why Lisa's Dad Got to Be Famous
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Strong option when you want a title that settles into its lane quickly. Best fit when you want a clearer sense of what the book actually delivers.
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How and Why Lisa's Dad Got to Be Famous by Michael Allen looks like a backlist title with a clear setup and an easy way in from the record we have here. The edition details point to 2006 • Kingsfield Publications • 218 pages, which helps set expectations before you buy.
Edition on file: 2006 • Kingsfield Publications • 218 pages • ISBN 9781903988145.
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Light commitment. This looks substantial enough to matter without becoming a slog.
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What stands out here is the overall feel: Idea-led • Weekend read.
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