Siobhan MacGowan on new book, being Van Morrison's assistant and touring with The Pogues

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Something For The Weekend

Tuesday, 7 June 2022 - 12 minutes

Siobhan MacGowan chats to Trina Mara about her book "The Trial of Lotta Rae", working as Van Morrison's assistant and the health of her brother Shane MacGowan from The Pogues.  

Set in 20th century London, Lotta Rae is a young working class woman who is viciously attacked by a wealthy gentleman.  She makes the brave decision to testify in court.  However, the defendant's barrister, William Linden, can't lose another case and both Lotta and William make lifechanging decisions.  

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