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The Arm of the Starfish
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A young marine biology student becomes entangled in a dangerous web of espionage and international intrigue while working with a brilliant scientist in Portugal.

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Sometimes we have to do things we don't want to do. Sometimes we have to go places we don't want to go. Sometimes we have to trust people we don't want to trust.

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Deep in the human unconscious is a pervasive need for a logical universe that makes sense. But the real universe is always one step beyond logic.

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It's easier to love someone when you're not living with them. You start to see all the little annoying things that you never noticed before.

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Sometimes the best way to solve a problem is to let it go. Give it space. Give it time. And the solution may come to you when you least expect it.

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The world is full of mysteries waiting to be discovered. Sometimes we just need to open our eyes and be willing to explore.

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We often underestimate the power of kindness. A small act of kindness can have a ripple effect that reaches far beyond what we can imagine.

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Fear can be paralyzing, but courage is the antidote. It's not about being fearless; it's about facing your fears head-on.

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The truth can be painful, but it's always better than living in a lie. Embrace the truth, no matter how difficult it may be.

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Life is a journey, and sometimes the path we take may be uncertain. But as long as we keep moving forward, we'll find our way.

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We can't control what others say or do, but we can control our own reactions. Choose kindness, even in the face of negativity.

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