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“She was fluent in four languages and yet her fists against the rusted hood were the fullest articulation of her defeat.”

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Anthony Marra
Anthony Marra

Anthony Marra is an American writer born in 1984. His works are known for their delicate emotions and profound themes, particularly for his skill in depicting the conflicts and complexities of human emotions in the Middle East. more

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