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Quote by Franny Billingsley

“But witchy magic doesn’t listen to please and pretty please, and anyway, I didn’t really care. I only pretended to care because not caring makes me a monster.”

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Chime

Chime is a story that delves into the complexities of family relationships and the mysterious occurrences that intertwine with the protagonist's life in a small town. The narrative weaves together elements of the supernatural with personal growth and self-discovery. more

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Franny Billingsley

Franny Billingsley is an American author known for her fantasy and young adult literature. Born on July 3, 1954, she has a passion for writing that has fueled a series of novels beloved by readers. more

“I don’t mind the disapproving ones so much. It’s the tolerant ones I can’t stand, the ones who smile at Rose, who speak to her ever so slowly and gently. They don’t realize how very intelligent Rose really is. They’re just terrifically pleased with themselves. Look at me! they all but shout. See how broad-minded I am! How wonderfully progressive, how fantastically twentieth century!”

Mind Looks I Can Speak Realizing Century Intelligent Rose Progressive Broads Look At Me Twentieth Century Disapproving

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“I’m not really the sacrificing type.”

Sacrifice Type

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“He’s harmless, poor thing. That’s what everyone said. It was true, but who cares? Lots of people are harmless, but that doesn’t mean I have to like them.”

People Mean Said Care Poor Who Cares

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