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Colm Tóibín's long-anticipated sequel to 'Brooklyn' is 'Long Island'

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Exploring the Return of a Protagonist in a Sequel

Exploring the protagonist's unexpected return as a middle-aged mother in America, the author discusses the sequel's organic creation process and the moment of pure terror used to delve into the character's growth and inner life.

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