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“Do you ever lose the ego?” Westford asks me. “Yeah.” When his daughter kisses me, my ego flies out the window.”

Quote by Simone Elkeles

Book:Rules of Attraction

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Rules of Attraction

This book delves into the intricate web of interpersonal connections, examining the factors that drive individuals to form bonds and the forces that keep them together or pull them apart. more

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Simone Elkeles is an American author born on April 24, 1970. Her works primarily focus on the lives of teenagers and interpersonal relationships, winning widespread acclaim for her realistic and delicate writing style. more

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