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She was born on May 28, 1940, in Dublin, Ireland. -
She attended University College Dublin, where she studied history and trained as a teacher -
She published her first novel, Light a Penny Candle, which quickly gained popularity. -
Over the years, she published many bestselling novels, including Tara Road (1998), Circle of Friends (1990), and Evening Class (2001). -
Several of her books were adapted into films and TV series, bringing her stories to an even wider audience -
She passed away on July 30, 2012, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in contemporary Irish literature.