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“Her eyes were distant, and she seemed to be listening to that voice that first told her the story, a mother, sister, or aunt. Then her voice, like her singing, cut through the crickets and crackling fire.”

Quote by Shannon Hale

Book:The Goose Girl

Work

In this fantasy novel, a princess is forced to disguise herself as a goose girl after a series of events leads to her being framed for a crime. The story follows her journey as she navigates the dangers of a new world and seeks to reclaim her true identity. more

Author

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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