Caitrin Chappelle

Just Kids by Patti Smith

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Julianna Strickland10mo ago

I've read this many times, and think about it often. It's heartbreaking, heartwarming, and beautifully written. A love story for the ages.

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Robin Reetz

Robin Reetz

“The most beautiful and heartbreaking story of old New York that I've re-read again and again. Do yourself a favor and pick up a copy if you haven't had a chance to.”

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Kelsy CARLEEN

Kelsy CARLEEN

“Has remained in my top 5 favorite books from the moment I read it (15 years ago).”

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Louise Buckley

Louise Buckley

“This book was on my mom's nightstand when I was a kid and I thought the cover image was her and dad with my mom wearing a wig. Also extra fun for me because Patti Smith and Robert Mapplethorpe's first apartment was down the street from where I grew up in Brooklyn! 160 Hall Street for 80 bucks a month.Beautiful book as expected from such a thoughtful and brilliant writer.”

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