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THE TWO MACKENZIES. By W. Pett Ridge. (Methuen. 7s. 6d.)—The

two Mackenzies are twin brother and sister. Peter his been given a good education, while Florence has been kept well under " by her Aunt Charlotte, who runs a New Oxford Street shop. The adventures of the twins, which begin with .Florence's • revolt and Peter's becoming private secretary. to Lady Canvey, . make diverting reading ; a touch. of whimsical farce. is mingled with realistic glimpses of London' business life ; and the story is seasoned with Mr. Pett Ridge's characteristic humour and charity.

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