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The book, you understand, was not written for publication. It was the portrayal of my emotions, the analysis of my own soul… — Mary MacLane Copy Share Image
Juliet is one of those rare novels that has it all: lush prose, tightly intertwined parallel narratives, intrigue, and historical detail all… — Sara Gruen Copy Share Image
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