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“Falling in love has been greatly overrated. Falling in love consists of 45 percent fear of not being accepted, 45 percent manic hope that this time the fear will be put to shame and a modest 10 percent frail awareness of the possibility of love. I don't fall in love any more. Just like I don't get the mumps.”

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Peter Høeg

Peter Høeg is a renowned Danish writer born on May 17, 1957. His works are known for their unique narrative style and profound thematic exploration, with notable titles including 'The Danish Girl' and 'Smilla's Sense of Snow'. Høeg's novels often blend reality with fantasy, captivating readers with his distinctive voice. more

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