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“I guess what I'm trying to say is that you can't live somebody else's life for them. They have to make their own choices, and sometimes all we can do is learn to live with them.”

Quote by Amanda Hocking

Book:Wake

Work

Wake

In this thought-provoking novel, the reader is taken on a journey through the mysteries of existence and the nature of death. more

Author

Amanda Hocking
Amanda Hocking

Amanda Hocking is an American author renowned for her success in the self-publishing sector. Born on July 12, 1984, she achieved fame with her young adult fantasy novels. Her works have been translated into numerous languages and have garnered a substantial international fan base. more

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