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“Somehow I wasn't adding up right anymore. My parts weren't summing into myself.”

Quote by Karen Russell

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Karen Russell is an acclaimed American novelist, born on July 10, 1981. Her works are known for their unique imagination, rich symbolism, and profound social insights. Russell's novels often explore themes of human-nature relationships, cultural conflicts, and the exploration of personal identity. more

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