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I'm not sure why it has taken me so long to read this amazing book.

Francie Nolan is the oldest child of Irish immigrant parents who have many struggles but will do anything for their children. We follow Francie's family as they change and grow over the years.

Francie is a reader and finds her escape in books and dreams. Her day-to-day experiences allow you to share in her discoveries about life and love.

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The writing was breathtaking. The insights that Smith shares through
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