The Real Mother: A Novel
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Published
HarperCollins, 2009.
Format
eBook
Language
English
ISBN
9780061842443
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Judith Michael., & Judith Michael|AUTHOR. (2009). The Real Mother: A Novel . HarperCollins.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Judith Michael and Judith Michael|AUTHOR. 2009. The Real Mother: A Novel. HarperCollins.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Judith Michael and Judith Michael|AUTHOR. The Real Mother: A Novel HarperCollins, 2009.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Judith Michael, and Judith Michael|AUTHOR. The Real Mother: A Novel HarperCollins, 2009.
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Full title | real mother |
Author | michael judith |
Grouping Category | book |
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