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“I spent my life folded between the pages of books. In the absence of human relationships I formed bonds with paper characters.”

Quote by Tahereh Mafi

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Tahereh Mafi is an Iranian-American author born in 1988. Her works are acclaimed for their unique narrative style and profound insight into the psychology of teenagers. Mafi's debut novel, 'The Revenant,' is a coming-of-age story that delves into themes of family, identity, and self-discovery. more

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