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“She's beautiful. A girl with glow. Eighteen years old, but the kind of eighteen they write about in books. The kind of eighteen that lives faster than the speed of hurt. A girl who has no reason at all to believe she isn't permanent.”

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Sadie

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Courtney Summers
Courtney Summers

Courtney Summers is an American writer known for her young adult novels. Her works often delve into the psychological and social issues of teenagers, gaining popularity among readers. more

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