Quote by Wendelin Van Draanen

The room fell quiet. And as I read down the list of over one hundred and fifty eight-grade boys, I realized that to me, there had only ever been one boy.

The room fell quiet. And as I read down the list of over one

Summary

This quote suggests that despite the presence of many boys on a list, the speaker's attention and focus have always been drawn to one specific boy. The room falling quiet indicates a moment of realization, emphasizing the significance of this realization. It highlights the speaker's deep affection or attachment to this particular boy, implying that he holds a special place in their heart, overshadowing all others.

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By Wendelin Van Draanen

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