“People stick hearts on Valentine's cards and get married in white dresses and give each other flowers. They think love is every-thing going right. That's not love. That's self-indulgence. That's good luck. Love is when you walk into the burning building. Love is when the person who means most to you in the world is breathing through a mask and pissing in a bag. Love is when they no longer know your name.”
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Mark Haddon is a renowned British novelist known for his unique narrative style and profound psychological insights. His works often explore complex human nature and social issues from a child's perspective. Born on September 26, 1962, in the United Kingdom, his debut novel 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time' was published in 2003 and received widespread acclaim. more
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