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“Daddy is trying really fugging hard to think of a not-terrifying reason why you'd wake Daddy up in the middle of the night to ask that fugging question. But no. No. Daddy does not have a match or a lighter.”

Quote by John Green

Work

An Abundance of Katherines

This book follows the protagonist as he navigates his relationships with a series of women named Katherine, reflecting on the complexities of human connection and the search for meaning in life. more

Author

John Green
John Green

John Green is an American author known for his young adult literature. His works often explore themes such as adolescence, love, family, and identity, and have gained popularity among young readers. Green's books have won numerous literary awards and have become bestsellers. more

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