1985 novel by Patrick Suskind (7)

I believe the answer is:

perfume

(Other definitions for perfume that I've seen before include "Fragrance, scent" , "essence" , "What's pleasant-smelling" , "Fragrant toiletry" , "Pleasant smell" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.

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