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“On the first day of school, my father told me I'd be the most popular girl and everyone would love me and want to be my friend. It wasn't so, but it gave me an enormous amount of confidence.”

Quote by Maeve Binchy

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Maeve Binchy was an Irish novelist known for her warm, humorous, and insightful character portrayals. Her works often focus on the lives of ordinary people, exploring themes such as family, friendship, and love. Born on May 28, 1940, she passed away on July 30, 2012. more

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