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“Sometimes one does wonder if one lives quietly from choice or if in reality one is merely waiting for something that may never come.”

Quote by Mary Balogh

Book:Someone to Honor

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Someone to Honor

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Mary Balogh is a renowned British novelist, born on March 24, 1944. Her works are known for their delicate emotional descriptions and romantic storylines, which have won the hearts of readers worldwide. more

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