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“We have more space and less time. And the love we had for our whole neighborhood now only fits into this wood-frame house in the middle of a quiet block. We don't know the people who live across the street or on either side of us.”

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Book:Pride
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Pride

This book delves into the complexities of human relationships and societal expectations, focusing on the characters' struggles with pride and its impact on their lives. more

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Ibi Zoboi

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