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“You can plan for things, work towards them for years, and yet they never materialize. Or you can just happen to be in the right place at the right moment, and everything falls into place. If you want to believe in something like Fate, she's a capricious character. Sometimes she stand there blocking the doorway you were born to pass through, and sometimes she takes you by the hand and leads you through the minute you poke your nose out. And the stars gaze down and keep their counsel.”

Quote by John Ajvide Lindqvist

Work

Little Star: A Novel

Little Star is a narrative that delves into the complexities of familial relationships and the human experience, as it follows the journey of a young protagonist through various stages of life. more

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John Ajvide Lindqvist
John Ajvide Lindqvist

John Ajvide Lindqvist is a Swedish writer born on December 2, 1968, in Stockholm. His works are known for their blend of horror, suspense, and science fiction elements. His most famous series is 'I, Timothee West', which has gained immense success globally and has been recognized with multiple awards. more

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