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“...then in a conversational tone said, "I slapped my Aunt Martha. When my fiancé died. She told me God needed him in heaven, and I hauled off and slapped her, a sixty year old woman....People say unbelievable things to you. They deserve slapping.”

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Passage

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Connie Willis
Connie Willis

Connie Willis is a renowned science fiction writer known for her delicate emotional portrayal and profound thematic exploration. Her works cover a range of topics including time travel, history, and human nature, with novels like 'The Time Machine' and 'Black Swan' particularly beloved by readers. more

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