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“Reading had made her feel like she was filling in missing pieces of herself, identifying ideas lurking inside of her, but that she'd never been able to articulate, or maybe had just been afraid to.”

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Book:Nothing Serious

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Nothing Serious

This novel delves into the mundane yet absurd aspects of human existence, offering a light-hearted perspective on the trivialities that occupy our thoughts and actions. more

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