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“This was progress. This was modernity: you could cover over the past completely. You could bury the old under a relentless surface of new, stretched from corner to corner.”

Quote by Lauren Oliver

Book:Rooms
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Rooms

This book delves into the complexities of human relationships and personal growth as it follows the lives of various individuals living in the same building. The narrative examines how their interactions and personal struggles intertwine, offering a poignant look at the dynamics of community and the search for belonging. more

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Lauren Oliver
Lauren Oliver

Lauren Oliver, born in 1982, is an accomplished American author known for her profound emotional depth and imaginative storytelling. Her works have garnered widespread acclaim and have resonated with readers around the world. more

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