The Notorious Lady Munro – Part Three: A Most Remarkable Woman

The Notorious Lady Munro – Part Three: A Most Remarkable Woman

Did Lady Justice favour Lady Munro? Would she have the last laugh on her copper nemesis? Has anyone ever faced court more often in Australian history or done it with more style? All will be revealed... almost!


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