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“She now saw that she wanted a boy to do more than follow her in blind devotion. She wanted a boy to challenge her, to tell her about things she'd never thought of, to show her new points of view.”

Quote by Anna Godbersen

Book:Beautiful Days

Work

This novel takes readers on a journey through a series of beautiful days, capturing the complexities of human emotions and the enduring power of memory. more

Author

Anna Godbersen is an American author known for her young adult literature. Born on April 10, 1980, she graduated from Columbia University. Godbersen's works are typically set in New York City, depicting the stories of teenagers from the upper class. more

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