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“We have no heart at seventeen. We think we do; we think we have been cursed with a holy, bloated thing that twitches at the name we adore, but it is not a heart because though it will forfeit anything in the world-the mind, the body, the future, even the last lonely hour it has-it will not sacrifice itself.”

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The Confessions of Max Tivoli

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Andrew Sean Greer
Andrew Sean Greer

Andrew Sean Greer is an American novelist born in 1970. His works are known for their profound psychological descriptions and unique narrative style, particularly for exploring issues of identity, family relationships, and human emotions. His novel 'The Less Desirable Path' has received widespread acclaim and has earned him numerous literary awards, including the National Book Award. His works have also been translated into multiple languages and have had a significant international impact. more

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