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Waiting for Daisy: The True Story of One Couple's Quest to Have a Baby

This book offers an intimate look into the personal struggles and triumphs of a couple facing infertility. It chronicles their efforts to build a family, highlighting the emotional and physical trials they encounter along the way. more

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Peggy Orenstein
Peggy Orenstein

Peggy Orenstein is an American author known for her insightful exploration of women's growth and gender roles. Her work delves into the multifaceted identities and challenges faced by women in modern society, particularly the experiences of teenage girls and young women. more

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“The way she told it, she was such a criminal even the most God-fearing church ladies got bored of reporting on her; she did the marketing on Sunday, dropped by any church she liked or none at all, was a feminist (which Mrs. Asher sometimes confused with communist), a Democrat (which Mrs. Lincoln pointed out practically had "demon" in the word itself), and, worst of all, a vegetarian (which ruled out any dinner invitations from Mrs. Snow).”

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