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“To herself, she was no longer the person who'd left him waiting forever in her bedroom and then rained abuse on him, but he had no way of knowing this, because, of course, she was also still that person.”

Quote by Jonathan Franzen

Book:Purity
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Purity

Purity is a novel that delves into complex issues of personal integrity and societal values, set against the backdrop of contemporary life. more

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Jonathan Franzen
Jonathan Franzen

American contemporary novelist, known for his profound social insight and unique literary style. His works include 'The Corrections' and 'Freedom'. more

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