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“I cannot bear not to know the end of a tale. I will read the most trivial things – once commenced – only out of a feverish greed to be able to swallow the ending – sweet or sour – and to be done with what I need never have embarked on. Are you in my case? Or are you a more discriminating reader? Do you lay aside the unprofitable?”

Quote by A. S. Byatt

Work

Possession: A Romance

In this romantic and suspenseful narrative, the story follows two scholars who become entangled in a complex web of historical intrigue and supernatural occurrences. The novel delves into the depths of human passion and the enduring power of love, as it weaves together a tale that blurs the lines between reality and the supernatural. more

Author

A. S. Byatt
A. S. Byatt

A. S. Byatt is a celebrated British novelist, recognized for her intricate narratives and literary style. Born on August 24, 1936, she has made substantial contributions to literature with her distinctive voice and storytelling. more

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