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“Tinys do not deserve safety. If they are to prove themselves, they must suffer and die or suffer and survive.”

Quote by Francesca Lia Block

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Francesca Lia Block

Francesca Lia Block, born on December 3, 1962, is an American author known for her works in young adult literature and fantasy novels. Her writing often delves into the emotional and growth aspects of adolescence, as well as supernatural elements. more

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