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“I had one class in the morning, the mysteriously named "Further Maths". It was two hours long and so deeply frightening that I think I went into a trance.”

Quote by Maureen Johnson

Book:The Name of the Star

Work

The Name of the Star

In this coming-of-age story, a young girl discovers her own unique identity while navigating the complexities of her family's past and the expectations of her future. more

Author

Maureen Johnson

Maureen Johnson is an American author born on February 16, 1973. She is known for her works in young adult literature and mystery novels, which have gained her a wide readership. more

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