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“Velius--so who is she? no wait, let me guess. skin of the finest porcelain. hair of the softest silk. a voice like birdsong, a smile like sunshine, and a mouth that would sate your brightest and darkest wishes Rumbold-- You've m-met her? Velius--oh yes, my friend. we all know her. we've all pursued her. some of us have even been lucky enough to have her. we've been drunk on her sin, become fools of her favor. she might have borne a different face each time, but her name was always the same. Trouble”

Quote by Alethea Kontis

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Alethea Kontis is an American writer born on January 11, 1976. She is known for her children's literature and young adult novels, which are celebrated for their unique style and appeal to young readers. more

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