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“As coisas feias que você não conta se tornam cães que comem a sua cabeça enquanto você dorme.”

Quote by Elena Ferrante

Book:The Lying Life of Adults

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The Lying Life of Adults

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Elena Ferrante is a renowned contemporary Italian novelist, known for her unique narrative style and profound character portrayals. Her works cover a wide range of themes, including family, love, power, and social class. Ferrante's novels have received widespread acclaim both in Italy and around the world, despite the mystery surrounding her true identity. more

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