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Encounter #1 with the Rainbow-Haired Girl happens during one of the lowest points in Dizzy’s young life. Feeling abandoned by her best friend, Tristan—formerly known as Lizard—she struggles to cope with the realization that their bond has been replaced by Tristan’s new romance with Melinda. Their friendship, once built on deep conversations and shared curiosities, had shattered after an awkward kiss that failed to deliver the magic Dizzy had imagined. Now, as Tristan embraces a more conventional…-
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Dizzy sat at the breakfast table, the lavender butter spread thick on her gingerbread, reflecting on the strange events of the previous day. She had narrowly escaped a potentially fatal accident, saved by a mysterious girl who had appeared out of nowhere, pushing her out of the path of an oncoming truck. As she sat there, grateful to be alive, her thoughts were a tangled mess, but she felt a strange sense of calm, almost as if the encounter with the girl had somehow shifted her perspective on life. Her…
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Dedication begins with a poignant tribute to the author’s sister, Rebecca, establishing an immediate emotional connection between the author and the reader. The author’s heartfelt acknowledgment suggests a deep, meaningful bond between them, one built on shared experiences, particularly in the context of the natural world. The reference to the woods, which plays a significant role in both the narrative and the relationship, suggests that these natural spaces hold not just physical significance but…-
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Epigraph serves as a cautionary reminder to those who venture into the Adirondack woods, warning them about the potential dangers that may be hidden within the seemingly serene and beautiful landscape. While the dense, lush forests of the Adirondacks might appear peaceful and inviting, the greatest threat posed to visitors is the risk of losing one's way among the towering trees. The writer emphasizes that the primary danger in these wilderness areas isn’t the creatures that inhabit them or the…
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About the Author Liz Moore is a distinguished and highly regarded novelist whose body of work has captured the attention and admiration of both readers and critics alike. She became a household name with her bestselling novel Long Bright River, a gripping literary thriller that delves into the complexities of addiction, family relationships, and resilience. This novel was selected as a Good Morning America Book Club pick and earned a coveted spot on former President Barack Obama’s list of favorite books…
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Acknowledgments in The God of the Woods reflect a deep sense of appreciation from the author to several key individuals and resources that significantly contributed to the development of the novel. The author begins by thanking Bob and Kelly Nessle, Kevin Gagan, Kevin Hynes, Kathleen Bower, Anna Serotta, Jean Dommermuth, Max O’Keefe, Rebecca Moore, and Steve Williams for their interviews on various pertinent topics. The author acknowledges that any fictionalization found in the narrative is solely their…
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Dedication marks an important moment in The Boys of Riverside, where the author expresses deep gratitude and appreciation for three individuals who have had a significant impact on their life and work: Jocelyn, Harrison, and Sophie. These three people are not just mentioned briefly; the author acknowledges their continuous love, support, and patience, which have helped them throughout the process of writing the book. While this chapter may seem brief and simple, it carries significant weight, offering a…-
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Prologue begins with an email from the California Department of Education, marking a pivotal moment for the California School for the Deaf in Riverside. The email celebrated the football team’s unprecedented playoff appearance, a milestone in a seven-decade history where they had never before reached a championship. The communication from the department highlighted the team’s growing recognition, but it also underscored the need for facility upgrades, a request motivated by the team's newfound…
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Chapter 1: Phillip begins by offering an intimate glimpse into the life of Phillip Castaneda, a young man navigating homelessness in the backseat of his father’s Nissan Sentra in the late summer of 2021. At a time when the world was slowly emerging from the shadows of the coronavirus pandemic, Phillip’s daily routine revolved around making the best of his difficult circumstances. Each day began with him dressing in the car and then heading to a nearby Target for bathroom access, marking a stark…
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Chapter 3: A School Among the Orange Groves takes us back to the mid-1950s, when California’s only state-run school for deaf students was located in San Francisco, known as the California School for the Deaf. This institution became a vital center for Deaf Culture in the state, offering a space for both education and community. However, for families residing in Southern California, especially those living near the Mexican border, the long trip to Berkeley posed a significant challenge, particularly given…
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