Quote by: John Jakes

The pain comes from knowing that we have never been safe, and therefore will never be safe again. It comes from knowing we can never be so ignorant again. It comes from knowing we can never be children again. Losing innocence. Remembering heaven. That was the essence of hell.


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Author Bio


  • NameJohn Jakes
  • DescriptionAmerican historical novelist and fantasy writer
  • BornMarch 31, 1932
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionWriter; Novelist
  • WorksThe Kent Family Chronicles; North And South