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“Our relationship was a lot like underwear in a dryer without a static control sheet. One minute we were floating through life, buoyant and carefree. The next we were attached at the crotch”

Quote by Darynda Jones

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Fifth Grave Past the Light

In this mystery novel, the protagonist delves into intricate cases, balancing their personal struggles with their dedication to uncovering the truth. more

Author

Darynda Jones
Darynda Jones

Darynda Jones, born in 1965, is an acclaimed American author known for her unique sense of humor and emotional depth in her novels. Her works have gained widespread attention and praise from readers. more

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“We compete on various levels as humans. Popularity. Intellectual capacity. Social status. Titles. Monetary superiority. Physical strength and fitness. Beauty. Ability to get romantic partners. Power. Influence. Morality. Talents. Skills. Achievements. Awards. Recognition. Personal qualities. Even a nun, a priest of the highest echelon, and the religious worker taking photos with random children in Africa, are competing for superior morality and recognition for their selfless deeds. Just because your inherent needs for recognition differ from those next to you does not mean you are free of them.”

“মন খারাপের মুহূর্তে হঠাৎ যদি কেউ হারিয়ে যাওয়া নাম ধরে ডেকে ওঠে, মনটা যেন লহমায় ভাল হয়ে যায়। সংসারের মালিন্য, বেঁচে থাকার জটিলতা, প্রাপ্তি-অপ্রাপ্তির হাহুতাশ কিছুই যেন আর স্মরণে থাকে না। বুকের ভেতর ঘুমিয়ে আছে এক টাইম মেশিন, সোঁ সোঁ করে ছুটতে থাকে সে, হু হু করে কমে যায় বয়স।”