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“Be happy. Decide to be happy. If you want to be happy, be happy! No one cares if you're happy or not, so why wait for permission? And did it really matter if you had been deeply unhappy in your past? Who but you remembered that?”

Quote by Amity Gaige

Work

This book explores themes of love, loss, and identity through the lens of its protagonist, Schroder. The narrative unfolds as Schroder navigates the challenges of life and the complexities of human connections. more

Author

Amity Gaige is an American novelist born in 1972. Her works are acclaimed for their unique narrative style and profound insights into social issues. more

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