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Old Babes in the Wood: Stories

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Margaret Atwood
Margaret Atwood

Margaret Atwood is a renowned Canadian poet, novelist, playwright, and critic, born on November 18, 1939. Her works are known for their unique style and profound insights into social issues, with notable titles including 'The Handmaid's Tale' and 'Cat's Eye'. more

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“I don't know why I'm so upset. It's not about dying. You get used to it, when you can literally feel the moment second hand. Often the heart just does a flip-squeeze, like--" He thumped Jav over the heart. "Bleeding out is different. Sometimes the heart just gives up." His hands shook. "If I died, I'm not sure I'd know the difference. I think it'd feel the same, except I wouldn't have to be there, after.”

“I was also dissolving time, since I knew I could never again participate in a ceremony more powerful than this one. And this is why, as I approached the line that separates consciousness and unconsciousness, I focused my entire being on that second, which still hadn't arrived but which certainly would arrive, when the past and future would be engulfed by a sheer and eternal present with which I would then merge.”

“No, Liam,' Xaden chokes out as he crouches in front of us, the muscles in his face working to control his expression, but there's no hiding the despair that pushes at our mental connection. 'Deigh,' Liam pleads in a strangled whisper, turning his head toward Xaden. 'I know, brother,' Xaden's jaw flexes and our gazes lock above Liam as tears overflow my eyes. 'I know.' He leans forward and lifts Liam into his arms, then stands, carrying him. 'I'll take you.”