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“There was no going back. Apologies weren't welds; they were just an admission that something had been broken. Often between two people.”

Quote by Hugh Howey

Book:Dust
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Dust

In this gripping narrative, the story unfolds in a world ravaged by a mysterious dust storm that has decimated civilization. The protagonist navigates this harsh landscape, facing the challenges of scarcity, survival, and the remnants of a once-great society. more

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Hugh Howey
Hugh Howey

American science fiction author born in 1975. Hugh Howey is known for his science fiction novel series 'Wool', which achieved great success on Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing platform. more

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