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“My friend Kathy is the only person who'll be halfway honest with me. 'Did you ever see a cowboy film, where someone has been caught by the Indians and tied between two wild stallions, each pulling in opposite directions?' she asked.I nodded mutely.'That's a bit what giving birth is like.”

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Book:Under the Duvet: Shoes, Reviews, Having the Blues, Builders, Babies, Families and Other Calamities

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Under the Duvet: Shoes, Reviews, Having the Blues, Builders, Babies, Families and Other Calamities

This book is a compilation of essays that delve into a range of topics, from the mundane to the profound, including the author's experiences with shoes, book reviews, personal struggles, and observations on family dynamics and societal issues. more

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Marian Keyes is an Irish novelist known for her emotionally rich novels. Her works often revolve around themes of love, family, and female growth, and are highly appreciated by readers. more

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