“It's only his thumb brushing slowly across the lower edge of my lip, but it's as if time slows and the sweep of that thumb below my mouth takes forever. It is no spell that I know of, but it holds such magic, I can scarcely breath. He pulls his hand away fast, aware of what he's done. But his touch lingers.”
Quote by Libba Bray
Work
A Great and Terrible Beauty
In this richly imagined fantasy, a young protagonist embarks on a quest to uncover the secrets of her past and the fate of her world, encountering a cast of intriguing characters and navigating a complex web of political intrigue and magical powers. more
Author
Libba Bray
Libba Bray is an American author known for her fantasy and young adult literature. Born on March 11, 1964, she graduated from the College of William & Mary. Bray's works often explore complex relationships and deep emotions, making her a favorite among readers. more
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