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“It's like she thinks my job is to please her, and that should be my dearest wish, and when I don't please her - I get shut out.”

Quote by John Green

Work

Paper Towns

Set in the backdrop of a small Florida town, the story follows a young protagonist on a quest to find a missing person, intertwining personal growth and the mysteries of the past. more

Author

John Green
John Green

John Green is an American author known for his young adult literature. His works often explore themes such as adolescence, love, family, and identity, and have gained popularity among young readers. Green's books have won numerous literary awards and have become bestsellers. more

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