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Who is Ruth Weiss writing to on the last page of the book. Someone named Ned? How did I miss this character?

Lobstergirl That's her publisher. He was never named early in the book, but on p. 8 Brookner writes, "Her publisher had lost interest in the other two volumes [of…moreThat's her publisher. He was never named early in the book, but on p. 8 Brookner writes, "Her publisher had lost interest in the other two volumes [of her opus Women in Balzac's Novels], being preoccupied with problems of his own. Dr. Weiss invited him to dinner every six months and outlined forthcoming chapters into his unresponsive ear."(less)

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Does this book have any bad language or sexual content?

Maitena Not really. Mentions of sex are really subtle.

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Is this book for YA readers?

Susan In terms of comprehension--absolutely, but probably wouldn't find it as meaningful as an adult would.…moreIn terms of comprehension--absolutely, but probably wouldn't find it as meaningful as an adult would.(less)

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