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St. Lucy's Home for Girls Raised by Wolves

Book by Karen Russell · 4 quotes · Karen Russell, Girls Raised By Wolves, St Lucys Home

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“I wish I could say I gulp pure courage as I run, like those brave little girls you read about in stories, ... But this burst of speed comes from an older adrenaline, some limbic other. Not courage, but a deeper terror. I don't want to be left alone. And I am ready to defend Ossie against whatever monster I encounter, ... and save her for myself.”