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“I hope I remember everything," said Toni. "You won't," said Trapp. "That's how you learn. But after you make the same mistake one, or two, or five times, you'll eventually get it. And then you'll make new mistakes.”

Book:The Cardturner

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The Cardturner

In this poignant narrative, the protagonist, a young man named Bridge, becomes the cardturner for his reclusive uncle, an ex-cardsharp who is losing his memory. The story unfolds as Bridge navigates the delicate balance between his own life and the demands of his uncle's failing health, revealing profound insights into the nature of family bonds and the enduring power of memory. more

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Louis Sachar

Louis Sachar, born on March 20, 1954, is an American author of children's literature. Known for his unique narrative style and profound thematic insights, his works have won the hearts of readers worldwide, with his novel 'Holes' being particularly popular. more

“Thanks to His Majesty," the magus said, and my father seemed startled at the correction but not displeased. He looked thoroughly satisfied and very much like Ina when she has all her embroidery threads arranged to her satisfaction. He looked so pleased that I checked over my shoulder to see if there might be someone else behind me who had drawn his attention.”

Ifs Said Might Father Behinds Attention Satisfaction Shoulders Satisfied Thanks Thread Majesty Corrections Embroidery

Author:Megan Whalen Turner

“Ah," said the magus, understanding at once. "I see that he means to be prepared if he meets him again." "Surely that's unlikely," said Sounis. "I don't think unlikely means to him what it does to the rest of us," said the magus.”

Ifs Thinking Mean Doe Said Understanding Prepared Be Prepared Unlikely

Book:A Conspiracy of Kings

Source: A Conspiracy of Kings

“The pain was as unexpected as a thunderclap in a clear sky. Eddis's chest tightened, as something closed around her heart. A deep breath might have calmed her, but she couldn't draw one. She wondered if she was ill, and she even thought briefly that she might have been poisoned. She felt Attolia reach out and take her hand. To the court it was unexceptional, hardly noticed, but to Eddis it was an anchor, and she held on to it as if to a lifeline. Sounis was looking at her with concern. Her responding smile was artificial.”

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