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“Margo always loved mysteries. And in everything that came afterward, I could never stop thinking that maybe she loved mysteries so much that she became one.”

Quote by John Green

Book:Paper Towns

Work

Set in the backdrop of a small Florida town, the story follows a young protagonist on a quest to find a missing person, intertwining personal growth and the mysteries of the past. more

Author

John Green is an American author known for his young adult literature. His works often explore themes such as adolescence, love, family, and identity, and have gained popularity among young readers. Green's books have won numerous literary awards and have become bestsellers. more

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