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“...I love you, Dad. And I just want to say that —' 'Are you all right, Nora? You're sounding a bit...emotional.' 'I just didn't...don't tell you that enough. I just want you to know I love you. You are a good father. And in another life — the life where I quit swimming — I am full of regret over that.”

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Book:The Midnight Library
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The Midnight Library

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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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