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“What if someone had the potential to discover a formula to unlock the mysteries of the universe wanted to become a pulp fiction writer? What if someone who had the potential to create unparalleled gastronomic delicacies had his heart set on civil engineering? There is what we desire to do, and what we are able to do. When those two things don't coincide, which path should we pursue to find happiness?”

Quote by Hiroshi Sakurazaka

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All You Need Is Kill 2

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Hiroshi Sakurazaka
Hiroshi Sakurazaka

Hiroshi Sakurazaka is a Japanese author known for his science fiction and light novel works. Born in 1970, he has been publishing since the mid-1990s and is recognized for his unique imagination and profound thematic explorations. more

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