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“I wonder if everyone who faces death hurts like this. It's as though for the first time I realize how much just being alive makes my body ache. But I don't want that ache to stop.”

Quote by Shannon Hale

Book:Book of a Thousand Days
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Book of a Thousand Days

This book follows the story of a young girl who is locked away in a castle for a thousand days, detailing her experiences and the challenges she faces during her long imprisonment. more

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Shannon Hale
Shannon Hale

Shannon Hale is an American author born on January 26, 1974. She is known for her works in fantasy and young adult literature, which have gained widespread popularity among readers. more

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