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“It was, of course, another test. Everything in human life was a test. That was why they all looked so stressed out.”

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Book:The Humans
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The Humans

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Matt Haig
Matt Haig

Matt Haig is a British novelist born in 1975. His works are known for their humor and profound emotional insight, enjoying great popularity among readers. Haig's writing spans a variety of genres, including science fiction, fantasy, and realism. more

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