“Whatever her name was, she was pretty. She had a thick, careless braid of chestnut hair, a quick smile, and dark, merry eyes. She wore some kind of a fuzzy lavender pullover, and when she crossed her legs and lifted her guitar onto her lap, she had an interesting way of tucking the foot of the bottom leg back under her chair that made Hector feel melty. He looked away in self-preservation.”
In 'Criss Cross,' the narrative weaves together the destinies of various individuals whose paths cross and intertwine, reflecting on the unpredictable nature of life and the roles of fate and chance in shaping human experiences. more
Lynne Rae Perkins is an American author known for her children's literature. Born on July 31, 1956, she began writing in 1985 and has published numerous works. Her books are acclaimed for their delicate emotional portrayal and unique narrative style. more
“I am the lover of uncontained and immortal beauty.”
“I have gazed so much on beauty that my eyes overflow with it.”
“Every bride is beautiful. It’s like newborn babies or puppies. They can’t help it.”
“The baby's beauty lies on its' pure-hearted.”