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“Don't hurt yourself,’ she will say ―so simply, so kindly, I quite forget that she is only keeping me safe for Richard's sake. I think that she forgets it, too.”

Quote by Sarah Waters

Book:Fingersmith
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Fingersmith

In this gripping historical novel, a young woman is drawn into a complex web of deceit and intrigue in 19th-century London. The story follows her journey as she navigates the treacherous world of fraud and identity theft, all while trying to protect her own. more

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Sarah Waters
Sarah Waters

Sarah Waters is a renowned British contemporary novelist, born on July 21, 1966. Her works are known for their delicate emotional descriptions and profound social insights, particularly for her focus on female emotions and gender issues. Her notable works include 'Fictional Holmes' and 'Tipping the Velvet'. more

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