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“I was beginning to understand.My grandmother's love was cold because she was afraid of things;that was why everything had to be perfect.”

Quote by Alice Hoffman

Book:Incantation
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Incantation

Incantation is a work of speculative fiction that delves into the mystical and transformative effects of incantations and spells. The story weaves a tapestry of magical realism, where the characters' lives are deeply intertwined with the incantations they use. more

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Alice Hoffman
Alice Hoffman

Alice Hoffman is a renowned American contemporary novelist, born on March 16, 1952. Her works are known for their dreamlike narrative style and rich imagination, which have won her a large following among readers. more

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Book:The Truth About Forever
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