“There's a widespread notion that children are open, that the truth about their inner selves just seeps out of them. That's all wrong. No one is more covert than a child, and no one has a greater need to be that way. It's a response to a world that's always using a can opener to open them up to see what's inside, wondering whether it ought to be replaced with a more useful sort of preserves.”
Quote by Peter Høeg
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Smilla's Sense of Snow: A Novel
This novel follows the protagonist Smilla Jaspersen as she investigates the mysterious death of her neighbor's son in the harsh climate of the Arctic Circle. The story delves into themes of identity, justice, and the complexities of human relationships, all while Smilla's unique ability to read the snow becomes a crucial element in solving the mystery. more
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