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“cliche but accurate: Kick a football, then ask it whether it meant to fly. All action demands an equal and opposite reaction. You can't blame an object battered by inertial forces; you can't blame me, bouncing through the pinball machine of life.”

Quote by Robin Wasserman

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Girls on Fire

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Robin Wasserman
Robin Wasserman

Robin Wasserman, born on May 31, 1978, is an accomplished American novelist known for her diverse range of works, including young adult literature, mystery, and science fiction. Her novels are praised for their emotional depth and engaging storytelling. more

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