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“Oh, my love,' she said. 'What do the only children do?' 'We'll never have to know.”

Work

Commonwealth is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the complexities of family dynamics and the repercussions of hidden truths. The story unfolds through the lives of interconnected characters, revealing the consequences of their actions and the secrets they have kept. more

Author

Ann Patchett

Ann Patchett, born on December 2, 1963, is a renowned American author. Her works are known for their profound character development and engaging storytelling, earning her numerous literary awards and the admiration of readers worldwide. more

“Mere children, ha!" said Jane. "I say we tie up the knave and then discuss his fate." Since everyone thought this a good idea, Batty and Hound donated Jeffrey's neckties, and soon Bug Man, aka Sock or Spock, aka Norman Birnbaum, was bound hand and foot. Jane, Batty, and Hound then took a few minutes to be Aztec priests calling for blood, until Rosalind quieted them down. Norman was slime, but that was no reason to terrify him. Then came a long discussion about what they should do next... Jane's suggestion of throwing Norman into their basement so that he could dwell on his sins was rejected outright.”

Funny Sisters

Book:The Penderwicks on Gardam Street

Source: The Penderwicks on Gardam Street

“We dropped our hands, both embarrassed by the sincerity of the moment. But I was learning, Sometimes you had to put it all out there, no matter how hard it felt to do so. When the people in your life were worth it, so was the risk.”

Friendship Risk Sisters Embarrassment Sisterhood Lois Lane Gwenda Bond Double Down Female Encouragement

Book:Double Down

Source: Double Down

“As anybody with two older sisters can tell you, a closed door is like a red rag to a bull. It cannot go unchallenged.”

Family Sisters

Book:Thrice the Brinded Cat Hath Mew'd

Source: Thrice the Brinded Cat Hath Mew'd