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There's nothing more attractive than an inspiring, unputdownable read. Whether it's the latest autobiography or novel, finding a book you really connect with is always a win. As we say goodbye to our summer beach reads, we've already begun storing a list of winter pageturners. Top of the pile: Fiona McCallum's new novel, A Life Of Her Own.
Regarded as one of Australia's master storytellers, Fiona McCallum is best known for her heartwarming stories of selfdiscovery and has already produced 10 bestsellers. Her latest novel is set to be no different, telling the uplifting story of overcoming difficulties and following your dreams.
The tale centers on Alice Hamilton, a recentlygraduated matureage student who is looking to make her next career move. Struggling to sail her way through the job market, Alice is faced with the dilemma of finding a financiallysecure job that she enjoys—a try that she soon discovers to be difficult—while keeping a healthy and committed relationship with her partner David. Faced with the gradually increasing pressure of unemployment, Alice interviews for a role at a major real estate agency in Melbourne and lands the job. Yet filled with anxiety about having to make new friends, Alice's circumstances unfortunately take a turn for the worse. Luckily, an unexpected trip back to the country town provides her with a newfound view on her career path and relationship.
Fun fact: Fiona is a bestselling author and her books have sold over 200,000 copies in Australia alone. But Fiona's path to becoming a bestselling author was not without its challenges and she overcame them one by one and finally made those achievements.
With an exciting story line that proves all too relatable, A Life Of Her Own will have you hooked from the first chapter. If you're a sucker for a sentimental (情感的) story with an inspiring lead, then grab your copy of McCallum's new novel now. Trust us; you won't be able to put it down.
本文是一篇夹叙夹议文。文章主要介绍了澳大利亚作家Fiona McCallum的新作——A Life Of Her Own。
1．What is the common feature of most of Fiona McCallum's works?
A．They have similar topics.
B．They target the same readers.
C．They're set in similar backgrounds.
D．They're best enjoyed at the seaside.
答案：A
解析：推理判断题。根据第二段的Fiona McCallum is best known for her heartwarming stories of selfdiscovery...可知，她的多数作品都以温暖、励志的感人故事为主题。
2．What can we know about Fiona McCallum?
A．Her success depends much on her friends' help.
B．She is an author best known by parents and kids.
C．She found her life goal during an unexpected trip.
D．Her life is much like that of the characters in her novels.
答案：D
解析：细节理解题。根据第四段的．..was not without its challenges and she overcame them...可知，Fiona的人生道路和其小说中角色的人生道路很像。
3．What is the writing purpose of the text?
A．To encourage people to find suitable jobs.
B．To call on people to read more books.
C．To introduce a famous writer.
D．To recommend a new novel.
答案：D
解析：写作意图题。根据最后一段的A Life Of Her Own will have you hooked...Trust us; you won't be able to put it down.可知，本文写作目的是推荐一本新的小说。
