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“Grandmother had passed three summers ago after a stroke in her garden, and now that she was gone, Danielle had a thousand and one questions for her. The lost questions hurt the most.”

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Ghost Summer: Stories

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Tananarive Due
Tananarive Due

Tananarive Due is an American author known for her science fiction and fantasy works. Born on January 5, 1966, she has been publishing since 1994, with her books covering a range of themes and styles, including race, gender, and social justice. Due's works often feature profound moral and social commentary. more

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