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1. What is the Writer's Disease Marcus Goldman describes at the book's start?

The Writers Disease that Marcus Goldman describes at the start of the book refers to writer's block, which means he is having trouble writing his new book.

2. What did Harry Quebert tell Marcus about the first chapter of a book?

Harry Quebert told Marcus that the first chapter of a book is essential because if readers do not like it, they will not read the rest of the book.

3. What topic does Marcus's mother always turn any conversation they have to?

Marcus's mother always turns their conversations to the topic of dating and marriage.

4. When Marcus visited Harry in Somerset in 2008, what stunning note did he find in Harry's house?

Marcus found a note from Nola written in 1975 that contained information about their plans to run away together. Harry became very angry when he found Marcus looking through his things.

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