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“A Girl’s Story” by Annie Ernaux
Artists are in search of truth. And yet, even with many writers keeping this in mind, it is tempting to interpret one’s personal experience in a flattering or apologizing light. It’s particularly challenging to keep an observant eye when writing autobiographical books. The 2022 Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to Annie Ernaux “for the
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“Moonflower Murders” by Anthony Horowitz
After solving the mystery in “Magpie Murders,” Susan Ryeland rode off into the sunset – she retired from the publishing business and moved to Greece with her boyfriend. Together they run a small hotel in Crete, but it’s not a smooth ride. Struggling with constant repairs, unreliable deliveries, and demanding guests, Susan misses her life
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“Less” by Andrew Sean Greer
Arthur Less, the 49-year-old writer and the protagonist of Andrew Sean Greer’s novel, is on the run. He’s running away from love. The love of his life, Freddie Pelu, is getting married, and Less, in a desperate attempt to avoid attending the wedding, accepts all kinds of literary invitations from around the world. A carefully