But this is a mere quibble when measured against the larger achievement of Fischer's riveting narrative.

This is an exceptional book that combines impressive scholarship with a riveting narrative.

A riveting and well-written narrative of abuse.

The Times of London wrote: "Lauck has constructed a riveting narrative from the awful mess of her life.

But her chapter on "Body Projects" also includes a riveting narrative on the brassiere, from French hankies to Wonderbras.

In 1999 our reviewer, Carlo D'Este, called this "an exceptional book that combines impressive scholarship with a riveting narrative."

The drama was played out on the real estate blog Curbed.com, in a riveting narrative of indignities suffered.

It's packed with superb British actors, all at the top of their game, with the lengthy book skilfully condensed into just over two hours of riveting narrative.

Sometimes you separate yourself from a riveting narrative and detour to a compelling side story.

The most riveting narratives combine real news with fashion, which is why Winona Ryder's trial for shoplifting has rated coverage usually reserved for visiting world leaders.