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“It was so silly to try to define things by words. What did one person mean by infatuation or obsession and another mean by love. The whole thing couldn't be tidied away with neat little labels." - Lena Gray”

Quote by Maeve Binchy

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Maeve Binchy was an Irish novelist known for her warm, humorous, and insightful character portrayals. Her works often focus on the lives of ordinary people, exploring themes such as family, friendship, and love. Born on May 28, 1940, she passed away on July 30, 2012. more

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