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Desert of the Heart

Book • 1964
Set in the late 1950s, *Desert of the Heart* follows Evelyn Hall, an English professor seeking a divorce in Reno, where she meets Ann Childs, a young casino worker.

As they develop a passionate romance, they face societal pressures and personal conflicts.

The novel explores the complexities of same-sex relationships during a time when they were not widely accepted, offering a poignant portrayal of love, identity, and self-discovery.

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Ellie Gordon-Marshall
as the author of the novel that the film Desert Hearts is based on.
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