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"She leaves us the legacy of a free and inspired woman both as a woman and as an artiste," Savry told AFP news agency.

Early reviews suggest an uneven result: some critics call it “very readable,” while others dismiss it as “a frustrating slog” that leaves both supporters and critics wanting more.

That leaves pressure on Root, because no one needs to see Haydos striding around the 'G wearing only his cowboy hat.

The judges said it's "a brilliantly tense, taut novel that sees an actress's life turned inside out and leaves a lot open to interpretation", adding: "What's real? Audition makes existential detectives of us all."

Still, by embedding Pakistan in the security architecture of the Middle East, the deal "checkmates India" and leaves its neighbour anchored to three patrons - China, Turkey and now Saudi Arabia, Mr Kugelman said.