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“The love of books was an instant connection, and a true boon for a girl who tended toward shyness, because it was a source of endless conversation.” quote by Tessa Dare — Download Open image

““The love of books was an instant connection, and a true boon for a girl who tended toward shyness, because it was a source of endless conversation.””

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