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Five Quarters of The Orange by Joanne Harris

Five Quarters of The Orange

by Joanne Harris
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  • First Published:
  • May 1, 2001, 336 pages
  • Paperback:
  • Jun 2002, 320 pages
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sarah

a frightening insight into the unintentional power of a small child. Wonderful writing by Harris
Katie

This book was so incredible! Absolutely fascinating!
ian coper

joanne harris is the best female novalist since George Elliot,her books are captivating and i cant put them down because i have to know whats next
Magnolia

The author chooses a wonderful array of descriptive language.
Sarah

Simply Brill! One of the best books I have read in a while!
Suai

I love all of her books. They are sensual, exciting, and you can taste them. This is no different! Applause!
Alexandra Spencer

A comforting, rich, sweet and intriguing story, one of the best stories I have read in a long time.
Lauren

Though the book started rather slow, it came along very well in the latter half of the book. The characters were discribed so well that you felt like they were in your own life.
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