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In *Less Is Lost*, Andrew Sean Greer follows a queer protagonist’s journey along the southern edge of the United States, trying to chase money, confront the past, and seek understanding. The narrative weaves themes of travel, memory, and self‑discovery into a contemporary exploration of identity and loss.
First publish date: 2022
Genre: LGBTQ+ Fiction/Gay Fiction
Authors: Andrew Sean Greer
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