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“Why didn't you know about the words on Frank's wall? Maybe if you asked Frank to go fishing instead of Roman, Frank would be here now, not in that hospital. Why don't you care?" I'm yelling and it doesn't matter if anyone can hear me. Everyone in Malesso can think I'm a disrespectful daughter. I want to empty the words that have been building inside me.”

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Book:Keeper of the Night
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Keeper of the Night

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Kimberly Willis Holt
Kimberly Willis Holt

Kimberly Willis Holt is an accomplished American screenwriter known for her profound insights into family and coming-of-age stories. Her work has been nominated for multiple Academy Awards. more

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