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“I'm feeling how profoundly my family disappointed me and in the end how I retreated, how I became nothing, because that was much less risky than attempting to be something, to be anything in the face of such contempt.”

Quote by A.M. Homes

Book:May We Be Forgiven
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May We Be Forgiven

The story follows a man's journey through life's trials and tribulations, highlighting his quest for forgiveness and self-discovery. more

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A.M. Homes
A.M. Homes

A.M. Homes is an American writer born on December 18, 1961. Her works span across novels, short story collections, and essays, known for her unique narrative style and profound social insights. more

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