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“He started touching me. 'How old are you?' He ran his hands over my nose, my mouth, my eyes. I was paralysed. 'Nine. What about you?' 'Nine.' 'When's your birthday?' 'The twelfth of September. And yours?' 'The Twentieth of November.' 'What's your name?' 'Michele. Michele Amitrano. What year are you in at school?' 'The fourth. What about you?' 'The fourth.' 'Same.' 'Same' 'I'm thirsty.' I gave him the bottle”

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I'm Not Scared

This novel depicts the harrowing events experienced by a young boy living in Albania during the Civil War. The story delves into the boy's fear, bravery, and the innocence of childhood amidst the chaos of war. more

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Niccolò Ammaniti

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