"I understand the reasons behind his keeping a distance from a girl he cares about. Because the truth is, sometimes getting close to the fire does actually burn you."

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Source: Simone Elkeles (2011). “Perfect Chemistry”, p.293, Simon and Schuster

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Simone Elkeles is a bestselling author known for her young adult novels that explore themes of love, identity, and cultural conflict, particularly in 'Perfect Chemistry.'

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