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“He was not looking forward to breaking the law. He was straight now. He'd matured. Crime no longer excited him. What?' Ronald said. I didn't say anything.' You're breathing heavy.”

Quote by Jennifer Crusie

Work

Faking It

This book delves into the complexities of personal identity and the act of pretending, offering a narrative that examines the consequences of living a lie. more

Author

Jennifer Crusie
Jennifer Crusie

Jennifer Crusie, born in 1949, is a renowned American female author. Her works are known for their humor, wit, and profound emotional descriptions, which have won her a large following among readers. more

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