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“The good men, the ones who wanted to commit and raise children, were scooped up early. The field became thinner and thinner as the years went by.”

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Book:The Innocent
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The Innocent

This novel explores the psychological and moral dilemmas surrounding innocence and guilt, offering a gripping narrative that challenges readers' perceptions of these concepts. more

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