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Quote by Carol Matas

“I want someone to pinch me so I can feel something, anything. I'm sick of this numbness, of feeling so alone and outside of everything, but I know it's too dangerous to wake up." —Ruth Mendenberg”

Quote by Carol Matas

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Carol Matas, born on November 14, 1949, is a renowned author known for her works in children's literature, historical novels, and adult fiction. Matas is celebrated for her rich imagination and emotional expression, with her books enjoying widespread popularity among readers. more

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