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“He cries. 'Please! I don't want to die.' I lean over. My hair smothers him. 'Then you should never have been born,' I say.”

Quote by Christopher Pike

Book:Thirst: Thirst No. 1; Thirst No. 2; Thirst

Work

Thirst: Thirst No. 1; Thirst No. 2; Thirst

This trilogy delves into the concept of thirst, intertwining it with themes of survival and human resilience across its three installments. more

Author

Christopher Pike

Christopher Pike is an American author known for his young adult literature. Born on November 12, 1954, he has published numerous best-selling books since his first novel in 1981. Pike's works often feature suspense and adventure, and they are highly favored by young readers. more

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