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“Reality and fiction are really mixed up. The frontier between reality and fiction is tremendously porous and slippery. And in fact, when I remember something that has happened to me a long time ago, let's say twenty years ago, many times I'm not sure if I have actually lived what I am recalling, or I have dreamed about it, or I have written about it, or I have imagined it all.”

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Rosa Montero

Rosa Montero, born on January 3, 1951, is a Spanish author known for her works in various literary genres, including novels, essays, and plays. Her writing is celebrated for its profound character development and rich imagination. more

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