“I rang the bell and she opened the door, dried her hands, and said heartily: 'Hello, stranger. I was just saying to Cliff only tonight, it's about time you showed up around here.' I wanted to detach him from her, but first I had to sit through about ten minutes of her. She was my sister, but you don't tell women things like I wanted to tell him. I don't know why, but you don't. You tell them the things you have under control; the things that you're frightened of, you tell other men if you tell anyone.”
Quote by Cornell Woolrich
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I wouldn't be in your shoes
This book delves into the psychological and emotional journey of its characters, examining how their choices and circumstances shape their identities. The narrative explores themes of self-discovery, societal pressures, and the search for authenticity. more
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