Back When We Were Grownups: A Novel (Ballantine Reader's Circle) 1st (first) Trade Paperback Edition by Tyler, Anne published by Ballantine Books (2002)

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Back When We Were Grownups

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Published May 1, 2001
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Anne Tyler is the author of several novels. Originally from the East Coast, they now live in the Midwest with family. In addition to writing, Anne Tyler enjoys gardening, cooking, and reading way past bedtime. Their work often explores the complexities of everyday life and human relationships.

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