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“On Elsewhere we fool ourselves into thinking we know what will be just because we know the amount of time we have left. We know this, but we never really know what will be. We never know what will happen.”

Quote by Gabrielle Zevin

Work

In 'Elsewhere,' the reader is taken on a journey through the afterlife, examining the nature of existence and the human experience from a fresh and thought-provoking angle. more

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Gabrielle Zevin

Gabrielle Zevin, born on October 24, 1977, is an American author whose works span across various genres, including novels, young adult literature, and adult fiction. She is admired for her unique narrative style and profound humanistic concerns. more

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