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“...I wondered why so much had been written about love's pain and so little about the glorious relief of being delivered from love's pain.”

Quote by Irene Hunt

Book:Up a Road Slowly

Work

Up a Road Slowly

This book delves into the complexities of human emotions and the transformative power of perseverance, following a character's odyssey as they navigate the twists and turns of life's road. more

Author

Irene Hunt, a British writer born on May 18, 1907, and died on May 18, 2001. She is renowned for her historical novels, particularly for her portrayal of female characters. more

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