Quote by Joyce Maynard

Although Salinger had long since cut me out of his life completely and made it plain that he had nothing but contempt for me, the thought of becoming the object of his wrath was more than I felt ready to take on.

Although Salinger had long since cut me out of his life comp

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This quote reflects on the turbulent relationship between the speaker and Salinger. Despite their estrangement and Salinger's disdain towards the speaker, the speaker is hesitant to risk becoming the target of his anger. It showcases the speaker's fear and apprehension of the potentially negative impact that being the focus of Salinger's wrath could have on them.

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