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“People always say it's harder to heal a wounded heart than a wounded body. Bullshit. It's exactly the opposite—a wounded body takes much longer to heal. A wounded heart is nothing but ashes of memories. But the body is everything. The body is blood and veins and cells and nerves. A wounded body is when, after leaving a man you’ve lived with for three years, you curl up on your side of the bed as if there’s still somebody beside you. That is a wounded body: a body that feels connected to someone who is no longer there.”

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Xiaolu Guo
Xiaolu Guo

Guo Xiaolu is a renowned Chinese novelist whose works delve into themes of identity, culture, and the human condition. Born in 1973, she has gained acclaim for her distinctive narrative style and insightful exploration of the complexities of modern life. more

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