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“Do you forget that I am your sister?” “No; I’ve never been granted the opportunity to forget it.”

Quote by Georgette Heyer

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Frederica is a narrative that delves into the complexities of self-discovery and the journey of an individual navigating the challenges of life and relationships. more

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Georgette Heyer

Georgette Heyer, born on August 16, 1902, was a renowned British novelist. Known for her historical novels and intricate love stories, Heyer's works are particularly famous for their depiction of the customs and habits of the British upper class in the 18th century. Her writing style is unique, characterized by its wit and humor, which has won her a large following among readers. more

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“Do you recall Fred Merriville?” She stared at him. “Fred Merriville? Pray, what has he to say to anything?” “The poor fellow has nothing to say: he’s dead, alas!”

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Book:Frederica

Source: Frederica

“Perhaps,” murmured his lordship, “I yielded to a compassionate impulse.” “A what?” gasped his best friend. “Oh, did you think I never did so?” said his lordship, the satirical glint in his eyes extremely pronounced. “You wrong me! I do, sometimes—not frequently, of course, but every now and then!”

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Book:Frederica

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“And now I wish I hadn’t been civil, because he says he shall not despair! He is as stupid as Endymion!” “No, no!” said Alverstoke soothingly. “Nobody could be as stupid as Endymion!”

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Source: The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas

“I, measuring his affections by my own, Which then most sought where most might not be found, Being one too many by my weary self, Pursued my humor not pursuing his, And gladly shunned who gladly fled from me.”

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Book:The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet

Source: The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet