The most compelling narrative, expressed in sentences with which I have no chemical reaction, or an adverse one, leaves me cold. (Jhumpa Lahiri)

The most compelling narrative, expressed in sentences with which I have no chemical reaction, or an adverse one, leaves me cold.

Jhumpa Lahiri

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