Quote by Sue Grafton

The character of Rosie is based on a woman who used to live in the same apartment building I lived in many years ago. She's taken on a life of her own, of course.

The character of Rosie is based on a woman who used to live

Summary

This quote suggests that the character of Rosie in a story or novel is inspired by a real person. The author reveals that Rosie's basis is a woman who was their neighbor in the past. While Rosie's character has been expanded and developed in the story, she has evolved beyond her real-life counterpart and acquired her unique existence within the narrative.

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By Sue Grafton

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