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In *The Third Sex*, Artemis Smith portrays a bold tale of two lovers who conceal their true hearts behind the faΓ§ade of a marriage of convenience. Joan, a woman drawn to women, and Marc, a man attracted to men, weave a life together that defies the conventions of their era. Their union becomes a sanctuary, a lie, and ultimately a testament to the enduring strength of hidden love.
First publish date: 1959
Genre: LGBTQ+ Fiction/Queer Contemporary Fiction
Authors: Artemis Smith
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