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    Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen
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    Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen is a novel set in the Great Depression era, following the story of Jacob, a young man who joins a traveling circus after a tragic incident. The book alternates between the past, where Jacob experiences the ups and downs of circus life, and the present, where an elderly Jacob reflects on his memories while living in a nursing home. The narrative provides a glimpse into the unique and fascinating world of the circus, with well-fleshed out characters and a storyline that explores themes of love, aging, and the challenges faced during that era.

    When you’re five, you know your age down to the month. Even in your twenties you know how old you are. I’m twenty-three, you say, or maybe twenty-seven. But then in your thirties something strange sta...

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