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“In losing a friend, she is reminded of all she has lost and all she stands to lose again. There is nothing to be done to make it any easier. We all grieve alone.”

Quote by Alice Hoffman

Work

Incantation

Incantation is a work of speculative fiction that delves into the mystical and transformative effects of incantations and spells. The story weaves a tapestry of magical realism, where the characters' lives are deeply intertwined with the incantations they use. more

Author

Alice Hoffman
Alice Hoffman

Alice Hoffman is a renowned American contemporary novelist, born on March 16, 1952. Her works are known for their dreamlike narrative style and rich imagination, which have won her a large following among readers. more

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