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“People sometimes make unexpected choices when they're lonely”

Quote by Jeanne Birdsall

Book:The Penderwicks Collection: The Penderwicks, The Penderwicks on Gardam Street, The Penderwick at Point Mouette

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The Penderwicks Collection: The Penderwicks, The Penderwicks on Gardam Street, The Penderwick at Point Mouette

This collection includes three novels that follow the lives of the Penderwick sisters, exploring themes of family, friendship, and personal growth through their experiences in various settings, including a summer home and a French seaside village. more

Author

Jeanne Birdsall

Jeanne Birdsall is an American author known for her children's literature. Born in 1951, her works primarily focus on family life and growth stories. more

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