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“Adultery is not about sex or romance. Ultimately, it is about how little we mean to one another.”

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Leonard Michaels

Leonard Michaels was an American writer, born on January 2, 1933, and passed away on May 10, 2003. His works are known for their profound psychological insights and delicate portrayals of everyday life. more

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