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“Why was he drawn to complicated women, or were all women--all people, finally--complicated?”

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Book:West of Sunset

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Stewart O'Nan is an American novelist known for his unique narrative style and profound insights into everyday life. His works often focus on the daily lives of ordinary people, depicting the complexity of human nature and the diversity of life through delicate pen strokes. more

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