“It seemed to Poll, suddenly, that everyone was always looking forward to something wonderful that might never happen. Lily to being a famous actress, Mother to Dad coming home, Theo to being grown up, not an odd and lonely little boy but a person with friends, Father to making his fortune… It was a dangerous way to go on. The only safe things to be happy about were things that were over and gone.”
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Nina Bawden was a British novelist celebrated for her poignant and often humorous storytelling. Born on January 19, 1925, she spent much of her career exploring the complexities of human relationships and the social landscape of post-war Britain. Bawden's works are characterized by their insightful and often satirical portrayal of human nature and social issues, reflecting her own experiences and observations. more
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“Attraction to fear is a kind of hunger.”
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“Doctor, I'm no coward; no, not I—not so much! If I was I wouldn't say it.”
“what happens if you ask for something someone's not able to give you”