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“... I looked through the car's rear window for a final wave, and it felt like someone had invaded my chest and squeezed all the juice out of my heart until it was a tiny dry sponge.”

Quote by Karen Tayleur

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Karen Tayleur, born in 1961, is a talented author whose works span various literary genres. Known for her profound insights and rich imagination, her writing explores themes of humanity and social issues. more

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