Sweet Death: A NovelOverlook Press, 1987 - 130 pages Told with dazzling narrative brilliance and the haunting power of an impassioned soliloquy, an astonishing parable of a woman's obsession of sweets and delicacies is seen. A novel of heartstopping intensity, black humor and passion not easily forgotten. |
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Page 39
... fingers brought to the measurement of a pinch of sugar that confident precision born of long experience . As they whispered confectionary advice to each other , their lips trembled with the anticipated pleasure of a universally ...
... fingers brought to the measurement of a pinch of sugar that confident precision born of long experience . As they whispered confectionary advice to each other , their lips trembled with the anticipated pleasure of a universally ...
Page 108
... fingers went exploring there , playfully . His hand was a bit moist . Unless it was my hand . Our combined moistness . Like our breaths . Never since that moment have I known such a sweetness , such a peaceful intimacy . He noticed the ...
... fingers went exploring there , playfully . His hand was a bit moist . Unless it was my hand . Our combined moistness . Like our breaths . Never since that moment have I known such a sweetness , such a peaceful intimacy . He noticed the ...
Page 123
... fingers with their scarlet nails . An in- dispensable accessory for striking new poses , inventing seductive gestures . She was afraid of alcohol . More than anything else , she feared the irremediable appearance of grog blossoms ...
... fingers with their scarlet nails . An in- dispensable accessory for striking new poses , inventing seductive gestures . She was afraid of alcohol . More than anything else , she feared the irremediable appearance of grog blossoms ...
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