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“For how many generations now had his people been turning their backs on things? How long had they sat in their living rooms and watched other people die?”

Quote by Clare B. Dunkle

Work

The Sky Inside

This novel takes readers on an imaginative voyage through the vastness of space, intertwining the personal growth of a young character with the wonders of the universe. more

Author

Clare B. Dunkle
Clare B. Dunkle

Clare B. Dunkle is an American author known for her works in children's and young adult literature. Born on June 11, 1964, she has published numerous novels since the early 1990s, often set in historical contexts and infused with elements of fantasy. more

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