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Jenny Downham is a British novelist known for her works focused on young adult themes. Born in 1964, her writing explores the emotions, growth, and self-discovery of adolescence. Downham's books have gained popularity for their deep emotional insights and realistic portrayal of youth issues.

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“I want to die in my own way. It's my illness, my death, my choice. This is what saying yes means.”

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Book:Before I Die

Source: Before I Die

“Cal says that humans are made from the nuclear ash of dead stars. He says that when I die, I'll return to dust, glitter,rain. If thats true, I want to be buried right here under this tree. Its roots will reach into the soft mess of my body and suck me dry. I'll be re-formed as apple blossom. I'll drift down in the spring like confetti and cling to my family's shoes. They'll carry me in their pockets to help them sleep. What dreams will they have then?”

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Author:Jenny Downham

“It's all right, Tessa, you can go. We love you. You can go now.' 'Why are you saying that?' 'She might need permission to die, Cal.' 'I don't want her to. She doesn't have my permission.”

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Book:Before I Die

Source: Before I Die

“Maybe you should say goodbye, Cal.' 'No.' 'It might be important.' 'It might make her die.”

Should Important Might Dies Goodbye Saying Goodbye Before I Die

Book:Before I Die

Source: Before I Die

About the Author

Born: 1964
Known for: Novelist
Quotes: 97

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