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“Why won’t you ever tell me about your parents?” I say when I catch up. She pretends she doesn’t hear me. She says she wants me to speak up, but really, she only wants me to speak up about things she wants to hear.”

Quote by Jandy Nelson

Book:When the World Tips Over

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When the World Tips Over

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Jandy Nelson is an American writer known for her young adult literature, which often delves into the emotional and identity struggles of adolescence, resonating with readers across generations. more

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