She could not deny that she was a bit startled by the approach, but it was very welcome and exciting. Graciela was no longer the scared, meek little girl she was in school, and even if the conversation did turn out poorly, she was very sure that she would be able to handle herself if things did not go well.
"Thank you!" she exclaimed, feeling herself straighten up at the compliment. She was very proud of her book, it was the reason why she had not run back to Portugal after she finished her education, and it had helped her get through some very trying times. Dealing with Alex's addiction, an unexpected pregnancy (unexpected sex, she should say), Alex being tortured by death eaters--writing her book felt like she was doing something.
"I am very glad that you picked it up," Graciela said honestly, realizing even more how much this meant things had changed. "I have heard you work for the BBC? Will you be on the telly soon?"
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