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“Books do pretend ...but squeezed in between is even more that is true—without what you may call the lies, the pages would be too light for the truth, you see?”

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Matthew Pearl
Matthew Pearl

Matthew Pearl, born on October 2, 1975, is an American novelist known for his historical and mystery novels. His works are characterized by the combination of historical events with fictional stories, creating captivating narratives. more

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