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“He could not remember one gesture of tenderness he had given her, neither at the beginning, nor then, nor now, nor at any time. He accepted, but did not understand it, this feeling of hers for him, all he knew was that it pleased and angered hum at the same time and he had no wish to put her from him.”

Quote by Daphne du Maurier

Book:Julius

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Julius

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Daphne du Maurier
Daphne du Maurier

British author known for her suspense novels and romantic stories. Daphne du Maurier's works are characterized by their mysterious and supernatural elements, with her most famous novels being 'Rebecca' and 'The Turn of the Screw'. Her writing style has had a profound impact on literature. more

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