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“I am dying: it's a beautiful word. Like the long slow sigh of the cello: dying. But the sound of it is the only beautiful thing about it.”

Quote by Sonya Hartnett

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Sonya Hartnett is an acclaimed Australian author of children's literature, known for her profound emotional depth and rich imagination. Her works have won numerous awards and are celebrated for their engaging storytelling and insightful exploration of social issues. more

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