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The Answer Is No by Allegra Goodman is a poignant and thought-provoking short story available as part of Amazon Original Stories. In just a few pages, Goodman crafts an emotionally layered narrative about boundaries, personal agency, and the lasting echoes of past experiences. The story follows a woman confronted by an unexpected encounter that forces her to revisit a moment in her life when she learned the power of saying “no.” Through precise, elegant prose, Goodman conveys complex emotions and moral weight without overexplaining, allowing readers to feel the impact of the protagonist’s decisions. Designed to be read in a single sitting, this short work blends emotional resonance with literary craftsmanship, leaving a lasting impression long after the final sentence.
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