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“Her heart began to ache, and she felt the numbness slip away. Misery welled up inside her. She clamped down on it, trying to hold onto the deadness that had blanketed her emotions for the past few days.”

Quote by Lili Wilkinson

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Lili Wilkinson is a contemporary author born on April 7, 1981. Her works are known for their unique perspective and profound emotional expression, which have won her a wide audience. more

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