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“Sometimes I feel like I've been waiting for someone to tell me when I can be normal again,' she said. 'I keep thinking I'll get a letter. Or a call. When does it happen?' Pete looked like he wanted to walk toward her, but then he fell back against the car. The staring contest between them for almost a minute, and finally Pete exhaled loudly. It's okay,' he said.”

Quote by Maureen Johnson

Book:The Key To The Golden Firebird
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The Key To The Golden Firebird

In this fictional narrative, the protagonist embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the secrets of the Golden Firebird, a legendary artifact of great significance. The story weaves together elements of fantasy and intrigue, taking readers through a tapestry of historical settings and fantastical encounters. more

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Maureen Johnson
Maureen Johnson

Maureen Johnson is an American author born on February 16, 1973. She is known for her works in young adult literature and mystery novels, which have gained her a wide readership. more

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