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That was the thing about tragedy. It was just sitting there, keeping you company, waiting. And you had absolutely no idea.

— Kate DiCamillo Flora & Ulysses (2013)

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Anything could happen. Together, she and Ulysses could change the world. Or something.

Flora & Ulysses (2013)

There is no predicting what kind of sentences you might say, thought Flora. For instance, who would ever think you would shout, "You're going to vacuum up that squirrel!"?

Flora & Ulysses (2013)

Reader, nothing is sweeter in this sad world than the sound of someone you love calling your name. Nothing.

The Tale of Despereaux (2004)

There is those hearts, reader, that never mend again once they are broken. Or if they do mend, they heal themselves is a crooked and lopsided way, as if sewn together by a careless craftsman.

The Tale of Despereaux (2004)

The world is dark and light is precious. Come closer, dear reader. You must trust me. I am telling you a story.

The Tale of Despereaux (2004)

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