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“So many things felt so routinely disappointing to her that it seemed a shame to waste this evening on that mild unhappiness, one that she could admit to herself possibly wasn't deserved.”

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Book:Plain Bad Heroines
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Emily M. Danforth
Emily M. Danforth

Emily M. Danforth is an American author known for her young adult literature, particularly for her exploration of gender, identity, and the challenges of adolescence. Born on January 17, 1980, Danforth graduated from Harvard University. Her first novel, 'America,' received widespread acclaim upon its release in 2011. more

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