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“And so she cut out her heart and offered it as a sacrifice. She would pay whatever price her mother Wallachia demanded. “Make me prince,” she said without feeling.”

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Book:And I Darken

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Kiersten White is an American author known for her young adult novels. Her works often blend elements of fantasy, history, and adventure, enjoying widespread popularity among readers. more

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