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“She curled sideways into the milky light of the bedside lamp and began to read.”

Quote by Sara Sheridan

Book:British Bulldog

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British Bulldog

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Sara Sheridan is a British writer born in 1968. Her works span across historical novels, children's literature, and adult fiction. Sheridan is known for her rich imagination and deep understanding of history, often blending elements of mystery and adventure in her novels. more

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