Sonia O'Sullivan

excellent

* Irish Examiner *

what young readers will hopefully draw from Mac A’Bháird’s new children’s biography of Sonia is inspiration. The everyday ordinariness of her early days and the importance of the sweetshops, friendships – and the occasional bag of greasy chips, make this a very human story of the power of determination, which may help light the spark the fires determined athletes of the future ... a welcome addition to the equally enlightening titles on Cora Staunton and Colm ‘Gooch’ Cooper in the O’Brien Press series of Great Irish Sports Stars

* Evening Echo *

the extraordinary story of Sonia O’Sullivan, one of Ireland’s greatest athletes and an inspiration to young girls of all ages who are drawn to sports. From her childhood in Cobh, Co. Cork, where her talent for running began to shine at an early age, to her Olympic triumph, Sonia’s courage, determination and dedication shine through in this wonderfully engaging book. Never give up and always, always try your best are the valuable messages written into the fabric of her success.

* Children's Books Ireland *

Full-length biography giving young readers an insight into the grit and determination that turned a sporty schoolgirl into an Olympic medallist

* The Holly Bough *

a great read for sport-loving girls

* Irish Examiner *

This book is a great read for anyone interested in learning about a strong Irish woman who never gave up on her goals

* Seomra Ran