She realized all at once that Doon, thin, dark eyed Doon, with his troublesome temper and his terrible brown jacket, and his good heart---- was the person she knew better than anyone now. He was her best friend.-- City of Ember--

Jeanne DuPrau
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In this quote, the main character in the story City of Ember realizes that Doon, her best friend, is the person she knows better than anyone now. She realizes that because she was able to reveal her true feelings and be honest with him even when he was angry or upset. In this instance, it is also clear that Doon is a good friend for being honest with her.

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