“I don't hate it here," she said automatically. Surprising herself, she realized that as much as she'd been trying to convince herself otherwise, she was telling the truth. "It's just that I don't belong here."He gave her a meloncholy smile. "If it's any consolation, when I was growing up, I didn't feel like I belonged here, either. I dreamed about going to New York. But it's strange, because when I finally escaped this place, I ended up missing it more than I thought I would. There's something about the ocean that just calls to me.”

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About Nicholas Sparks

American novelist of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, best known for his romantic fiction that blends emotional depth with accessible storytelling. His work often explores love, loss, and redemption through quiet, character-driven narratives that resonate widely.

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