“He was scared and he felt vulnerable and the last thing on earth he wanted was to try to make friends with these strangers. He wished with all his heart that Joyce were here with him. After all, it was always easier to meet new people if there were two of you. It gave you confidence and made you feel at ease. Look, it said to the world, I already have one friend so I can't be all that bad. And Joyce always made him feel like his best self anyway, so there would be no resisting him.”
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All the Lonely People
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Mike Gayle
Mike Gayle is a British author known for his humorous and satirical writing style. His works often focus on contemporary British society, particularly issues of race, gender, and class. more
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