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“Summer has always been good to me, even the bittersweet end, with the slanted yellow light.”

Quote by Paul Monette

Book:Borrowed Time: An AIDS Memoir

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Borrowed Time: An AIDS Memoir

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Paul Monette was an American author known for his profound and sincere literary works. His writings often focused on the LGBTQ+ community, particularly the lives of gay men. Monette's works are celebrated for their deep insights into emotions and identity, and have had a significant impact on the literary world. more

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