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First published in 1970, this novel stands as a dazzling example of the storyteller's craft in postwar American literature. It follows the story of a married woman navigating the complexities of city life and exploring her inner demons.
First publish date: 1970
Genre: Psychological Fiction/Relationship Drama
Authors: Paula Fox
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