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“We had yet to learn that the Devil created youth so that we could make our mistakes, and that God established maturity and old age so that we could pay for them.”

Quote by Carlos Ruiz Zafon

Book:The Midnight Palace

Work

The Midnight Palace

This book is a suspenseful tale that unfolds in the backdrop of colonial India. It delves into the lives of the characters amidst a web of secrets and danger, all centered around a mysterious palace at midnight. more

Author

Carlos Ruiz Zafon

Carlos Ruiz Zafón, born on September 25, 1964, is a renowned Spanish novelist known for his unique literary style and profound depiction of Barcelona. more

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