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“Rose wasn't 'ordinary'. What was I supposed to do? Wrap her in cotton wool? Tell her 'Here, I could give you the universe, but I'm not going to in case you get hurt? There's all this stuff out there, all these planets, all these wonders, but I want you to stay at home and work in a shop?”

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Book:Doctor Who: The Stone Rose
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Doctor Who: The Stone Rose

This book is a part of the Doctor Who series, which follows the adventures of the Doctor, a time-traveling, regenerating alien who explores the universe in a time-traveling spaceship. In 'The Stone Rose,' the Doctor encounters a mysterious rose that leads to a parallel universe, where he must navigate complex plotlines and face new challenges. more

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Jacqueline Rayner
Jacqueline Rayner

Jacqueline Rayner is a British author whose works span across various genres, including children's literature and adult fiction. Her books are appreciated for their rich imagination and emotional depth. more

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