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Closer

Closer is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the intricate dynamics of human relationships and the emotional connections that bind individuals together. The story follows a group of characters as they navigate the challenges and complexities of love, friendship, and personal growth. more

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Patrick Marber
Patrick Marber

Patrick Marber is a renowned British comedian, born in September 1964. He is known for his unique sense of humor and profound insights into life. Marber has a rich experience in the comedy industry, and his works often resonate with audiences. more

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“It is my secrecy which makes you unhappy, my evasions, my silences. And so I have found a solution. Whenever you get desperate with my mysteries, my ambiguities, here is a set of Chinese puzzle boxes. You have always said that I was myself a Chinese puzzle box. When you are in the mood and I baffle your love of confidences, your love of openness, your love of sharing experiences, then open one of the boxes. And in it you will find a story, a story about me and my life. Do you like this idea? Do you think it will help us to live together?”

“No one was to blame for what happened, but that does not make it any less difficult to accept. It was all a matter of missed connections, bad timing, blundering in the dark. We were always in the right place at the wrong time, the wrong place at the right time, always just missing each other, always just a few inches from figuring the whole thing out. That's what the story boils down to, I think. A series of lost chances. All the pieces were there from the beginning, but no one knew how to put them together.”