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“It was any outcast's nightmare. If I looked carefully, I suspected I might find it beneath the black paint of the small acrylic by the window.”

Quote by Nancy Werlin

Book:Black Mirror

Work

Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's novel delves into the lives of individuals and communities affected by the rapid advancement of technology, examining themes of identity, power, and the human condition. more

Author

Nancy Werlin is an American author known for her suspense and young adult novels. Born on October 29, 1961, she has published several acclaimed works since her debut novel in 1997. more

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