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Is it better than The Corrections and Freedom?
Bill Palmer In short, no. But that doesn't mean it's not a very worthwhile read. In parts it is so heavily psychological it does become a bit tedious. Stick to it…moreIn short, no. But that doesn't mean it's not a very worthwhile read. In parts it is so heavily psychological it does become a bit tedious. Stick to it through those 3 or 4 twenty page passages and you'll be glad you did.(less)
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by Jonathan Franzen
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