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The Dice Man

In this thought-provoking novel, the protagonist, a psychiatrist, adopts a radical approach to life by using dice to make all his choices. The narrative delves into themes of fate, free will, and the nature of human decision-making, offering a unique perspective on the human condition. more

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Luke Rhinehart
Luke Rhinehart

Luke Rhinehart, born John Robert Schindler, is an influential American writer. Born on November 15, 1932, in New York City, Rhinehart is known for his unique writing style and profound insights into social phenomena. more

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“He looked from her to the gun and back again. “Before I tell you, I’d really like for you to put the gun down.” She shook her head. “The moment I do, you could try to kill me. And rest assured, you would only try.” Light filled her amethyst eyes. “Plus, I don’t know that you’re not carrying a weapon yourself. Yet.” “Planning to frisk me?” “Nah. Can’t let down my guard.” With a smirk, she said, “You’re going to strip.”

“Until she walked into my life I was simply a violin of rusted notes. In one night she rearranged the mess inside me, exposing the symphony was there all along it just needed a conductor to make my pulse compose to the harmonies of her celestial touch. Those notes are strung up neatly now, the five lines of the stave crammed with adulation, filling sheets, unleashing a sonata of adoration, drumming my heart and strumming my veins.”

“Luca knows we're following him." His voice, soft and deep, seemed to roll right through to my bones. "We don't have time for you to shimmy up and down drainpipes like you usually do." My coat dropped in a heap on the floor, and I suddenly felt able to breathe without the hot, sticky weight of the leather clinging to me. Maybe we didn't have time to . . . . "Did you say shimmy?" He nodded. "I never shimmy. I climb." "Then you and I have different views on what climbing is.”