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“If you ask Denny, he will tell you: "I'm a patriot. I love my country." A country that doesn't love him back. Doesn't love him black. A patriot. Let that register. A black patriot. In a country that won't acknowledge that Black Lives Matter.”

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Wounds

In 'Wounds,' the author delves into the complex nature of healing and the lasting effects of trauma. The narrative weaves through the lives of characters who have endured various forms of injury, examining how these wounds shape their identities and interactions with others. more

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