Last Lines from Books That Will Leave You Breathless

The best new books start out with a bang, but end with an even more memorable, soul-stirring moment. Here are the words that captured our hearts and will make you ache for more.

By Leigh Newman

Illustration: Jen Troyer

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Published 11/19/2012

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