Gregory Rothbard
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Do you think that the curse words create authenticity? Or dirty the book with profanity? Can profane thoughts be caged and the character sill realistic?
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Sarah
I think it went with most of the tone of the book. It's like a friend telling you a story about this guy they know.
Julie Josephson
I think it is a signature of the times, but a lot of it I thought, was not necessary
Charles Shepherd
I think it gives it authenticity and deeper insight to the characters mindset.
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