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“I'm not entirely sure what a historical novel absolutely has to be, but you don't want a reader who loves a very traditional historical novel to go in with the expectation that this is going to deliver the same kind of reading experience. I think what's contemporary about my book has something to do with how condensed things are.”

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Danielle Dutton

Danielle Dutton is a contemporary writer born in 1975. Her works span various literary forms including novels, poetry, and essays, and she is known for her unique narrative style and profound thematic explorations. more

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