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“Helda's been trying to impress me with the embroidery on the sheets. One more minute and I thought I might use them to hang myself." "My mother did the embroidery," Bittterblue said. Katsa clapped her mouth shut and glared at Helda. "Thank you, Helda, for mentioning that detail.”

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Kristin Cashore

Kristin Cashore, born in 1976, is an accomplished American writer known for her unique narrative style and profound thematic explorations. Her works are highly appreciated by both young and adult readers. more

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