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“I'll be inside the one who holds you. And then I won't be.”

Quote by Francesca Lia Block

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Francesca Lia Block

Francesca Lia Block, born on December 3, 1962, is an American author known for her works in young adult literature and fantasy novels. Her writing often delves into the emotional and growth aspects of adolescence, as well as supernatural elements. more

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