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  		So far, so good. I will let you know how it goes. I also have to update you on my novel...
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  		YES. I loved juxtaposing a page from the earlier days with one from more recent times to look at that! And she manages to maintain the essence of each character throughout. Let me know if you have any recommendations of similar books or authors you think I'd like.
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    			  Just what I needed: a complex, but not complicated, story from a master story-teller. So good.
    			
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