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The speaker is overwhelmed by physical closeness and desire. The lines emphasize how strong the feeling is: breathing and thinking are almost impossible, but he does not want to stop.
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About Sara Sheridan
Scottish writer and activist
Sara Sheridan is a Scottish writer and activist, known for work across several genres, especially historical fiction. She is the creator of the Mirabelle Bevan mystery series. Her writing spans different forms, but historical fiction is at the center of her output. She is also associated with the Mirabelle Bevan mysteries, which are among the works that have brought her wider attention.
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Books by Sara Sheridan
The Secret Mandarin
2009