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“Does is make the dragon happy?" Matt asked. "Does is make the dragon happy?" echoed Tam Lin. "Why, I never thought of that. I suppose it does. What other pleasure can a creature have whose life consists of making everyone else miserable?”

Quote by Nancy Farmer

Book:The House of the Scorpion

Work

The House of the Scorpion

In a dystopian world where cloning is legal, The House of the Scorpion follows the story of a young clone named Matt, who grows up in the shadow of a powerful and wealthy scientist. As Matt uncovers the truth about his origins and the dark secrets of his creator, he must navigate a dangerous world where his very existence is questioned. more

Author

Nancy Farmer is a renowned American author born on July 7, 1941. Her works are known for their unique perspective and profound insight into the minds of children and adolescents. Her most famous works include 'The Little Princess' and 'The Little Prince'. more

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