“As soon as I look up, his eyes click onto my face. The breath whooshes out of my body and everything freezes for a second, as though I’m looking at him through my camera lens, zoomed in all the way, the world pausing for that tiny span of time between the opening and closing of the shutter.”
Quote by Lauren Oliver
Work
Delirium: The Complete Collection: Delirium, Hana, Pandemonium, Annabel, Raven, Requiem
This comprehensive collection includes the six novels in the Delirium series, each contributing to the ongoing narrative of a world where love is eradicated and controlled by the government. The series explores themes of freedom, love, and the human condition in a society that has eliminated emotional risks. more
Author
Lauren Oliver
Lauren Oliver, born in 1982, is an accomplished American author known for her profound emotional depth and imaginative storytelling. Her works have garnered widespread acclaim and have resonated with readers around the world. more
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