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“John asked me to dance and I nearly died. Bingo! I then amazed myself by being very cool, calm and collected outwardly-inside I was out of this world. The dance was slow and smoochy. I was aloof and John, I think, was slightly embarrassed. It was all very painful and beautiful at the same time. The remaining students were looking on with puzzled expressions at such an unlikely combination.”

Quote by Cynthia Lennon

Book:A twist of Lennon

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A twist of Lennon

This book offers a narrative that intertwines the real-life story of John Lennon with a fictional narrative, creating a unique exploration of his life and the impact of his music on the world. more

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Cynthia Lennon, a British musician, was born on September 10, 1939, and passed away on April 1, 2015. She is best known for being the wife of John Lennon and for her own musical contributions as a singer and composer. more

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