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“For the first time in my life I actually feel sorry for Carol. I'm only seventeen years old, and I already know something she doesn't know: I know that life isn't life if you just float through it. I know that the whole point- the only point- is to find things that matter, and hold on to them, and fight for them, and refuse to let them go.”

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Delirium Trilogy: Delirium, Pandemonium, Requiem

The Delirium Trilogy is a young adult dystopian series written by Lauren Oliver. The series follows the story of a girl named Lena, who lives in a society where love is considered a dangerous disease and is cured through a government-mandated operation. The trilogy consists of three novels: Delirium, Pandemonium, and Requiem, each exploring the complexities of love, freedom, and the human spirit in a tightly controlled society. more

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Lauren Oliver
Lauren Oliver

Lauren Oliver, born in 1982, is an accomplished American author known for her profound emotional depth and imaginative storytelling. Her works have garnered widespread acclaim and have resonated with readers around the world. more

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