Below is a selection of articles from newspapers following the success of Samantha's first novel, Cappuccino Diva.

Fremantle Gazette, WA : January 28, 2003

Caulfield Leader, Melbourne VIC: August, 2003

What the reviewers said...

"A vivid portrait of everyone's beloved Fremantle, a well told story that promises much." Jan Hallan, The Sunday Times.

"A champion of the cause of national notoriety for WA."
Katherine Weston, Perth Matters.

"Comes with a literary pedigree."
Tony Maniaty, The Australian

"Samantha Ellen Tidy captures the elements of Fremantle with a precision which will make those who have lived there homesick."
Sally Murphy, Aussie Reviews.