" They were paperbacks, the kind that were readily available from the hospital gift shop. Carl hadn't chosen his selections carefully. One dealt with the strategy of investing, one was a book on raising farm animals, and the third was a collection of bedtime stories for children. She had no use for any of them but didn't want to hurt Carl's feelings. "Thank you very much," she told him. "I'm sure I'll enjoy these. "
― Francine Pascal , Kidnapped! (Sweet Valley High, #13)