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“I close my eyes, thinking that there is nothing like an embrace after an absence, nothing like fitting my face into the curve of his shoulder and filling my lungs with the scent of him.”

Quote by Jodi Picoult

Book:Keeping Faith

Work

This book delves into the complexities of faith and the challenges individuals face in maintaining their beliefs amidst personal turmoil and societal pressures. more

Author

Jodi Picoult is an American best-selling author known for her emotionally rich and engaging novels. Her works often revolve around family, legal, and moral dilemmas, and are highly appreciated by readers. more

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