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“Skibbereen have a hard time at [math]; the best that the smartest of them can do with adding two plus two is guessing: three plus one. Correct, sort of, but not always useful.”

Quote by Gregory Maguire

Book:What-the-Dickens: The Story of a Rogue Tooth Fairy

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What-the-Dickens: The Story of a Rogue Tooth Fairy

This book explores the tale of a rogue tooth fairy who defies traditional expectations, leading to a series of humorous and fantastical escapades. more

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Gregory Maguire

Gregory Maguire is an American novelist known for his reinterpretation of classic fairy tales. His works are characterized by profound moral implications and rich imagination, which have won him a wide audience. more

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