Brisbane Times
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The real plot twist that changed Dervla McTiernan’s life
Crime author Dervla McTiernan was diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2016 while completing her debut novel "The Ruin." Within hours of receiving her diagnosis, a New York literary agent emailed offering representation after reading the manuscript's opening pages. McTiernan underwent surgery and subsequently secured a publishing deal, transforming her worst and best days into one surreal moment.
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