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Lamb to the Slaughter

by Roald Dahl

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Lamb to the Slaughter

In Roald Dahl's "Lamb to the Slaughter," Mr. Maloney reveals to his wife, Mary, that he is divorcing her, intending to provide financial support but urging her not to make a fuss. His decision stems...

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Lamb to the Slaughter

In "Lamb to the Slaughter," Mary becomes upset when her husband drops the bombshell that he is divorcing her. This information comes as a complete surprise to Mary, who at first chooses to pretend...

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