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“Books are like people. Some look deceptively attractive from a distance, some deceptively unappealing; some are easy company, some demand hard work that isn’t guaranteed to pay off. Some become friends and say friends for life. Some change in our absence - or perhaps it is we who change in theirs - and we meet up again only to find that we don’t get along any more.”

Quote by Mark Haddon

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Mark Haddon is a renowned British novelist known for his unique narrative style and profound psychological insights. His works often explore complex human nature and social issues from a child's perspective. Born on September 26, 1962, in the United Kingdom, his debut novel 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time' was published in 2003 and received widespread acclaim. more

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