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“...had always taken for granted that the whole world was in a state of constantly fluctuating madness, and that a neurosis was not an illness, but a fact of life, like pimples.”

Quote by Anne Fortier

Book:Juliet (Random House Reader's Circle Deluxe Reading Group Edition): A Novel

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Juliet (Random House Reader's Circle Deluxe Reading Group Edition): A Novel

This edition of 'Juliet' is a part of the Random House Reader's Circle Deluxe Reading Group series, offering a comprehensive and accessible version of the timeless Shakespearean story. The novel is a retelling of the famous play by William Shakespeare, focusing on the romantic and tragic relationship between Juliet Capulet and Romeo Montague, whose families are engaged in a bitter feud. more

Author

Anne Fortier is an American author born on November 10, 1971. She is known for her historical and suspense novels, which have gained popularity among readers. more

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