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Quote by Franny Billingsley

“The boy shall have a proper beating,' said Cecil. 'But I beat him already,' I said, 'and don't tell me I didn't do it properly. I'm touchy about these things.”

Book:Chime

Work

Chime

Chime is a story that delves into the complexities of family relationships and the mysterious occurrences that intertwine with the protagonist's life in a small town. The narrative weaves together elements of the supernatural with personal growth and self-discovery. more

Author

Franny Billingsley

Franny Billingsley is an American author known for her fantasy and young adult literature. Born on July 3, 1954, she has a passion for writing that has fueled a series of novels beloved by readers. more

“The handkerchief dabbed at my forehead. 'Ouch! You'll have a fine-looking bruise tomorrow.' 'Then you'll be able to distinguish me from Rose.' The handkerchief paused. 'I could tell you apart from the beginning. You're quite different to each other, you know.' Perhaps he could tell, in the obvious ways. The odd one was Rose; the other odd one was Briony.”

Knows Way Different Able Fine Tomorrow Rose Obvious Odd Foreheads Bruises Handkerchiefs Ouch Odd One

Book:Chime

Source: Chime

“Should I ever again sink into illness, I'm sure I'll remember Eldric. I'll remember he cared for me. I'll remember that someone had at least taken the time to touch my face.”

Should Remember Faces Taken Illness Should I

Book:Chime

Source: Chime

“the long-distance run of an early morning makes me think that every run like this is a life- a little life, I know- but a life as full of misery and happiness and things happening as you can ever get really around yourself”

Thinking Knows Littles Long Running Morning Happenings Distance Misery Long Distance Early Morning

Book:New and Collected Stories

Source: New and Collected Stories