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Thomas Heerma van Voss (36) and Maartje Wortel (43) wrote a novella about a love affair without big revelations: You can compare it to the game Tetris

Thomas Heerma van Voss (36) and Maartje Wortel (43) wrote a novella about a love affair without big revelations: You can compare it to the game Tetris

Writers Thomas Heerma van Voss and Maartje Wortel have collaborated on a new novella titled Tetris. The book explores a romantic relationship between two neighbors that ultimately fails to succeed, focusing on a narrative without major secrets or dramatic climaxes.

Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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