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    Rose Bushes and Rings of Gold
    Rose Bushes and Rings of Gold
    Rose Bushes and Rings of Gold
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    Rose Bushes and Rings of Gold

    By Audrey Rey

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    Rose Bushes and Rings of Gold is Audrey Rey's fourth poetry collection. The book brings short, cutting poems that range from an individual's everyday truths to the deepest senses of affection.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherLulu.com
    Release dateJan 23, 2016
    ISBN9781329851696
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