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Quote by Dorothy L. Sayers

“That there is a secret itself is a secret.”

Quote by Dorothy L. Sayers

Book:Thrones, Dominations

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Thrones, Dominations

This book is a part of a series and delves into the complexities of governance and the quest for power in a richly imagined universe. more

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Dorothy L. Sayers

Dorothy L. Sayers was an English writer renowned for her detective novels. Her works are celebrated for their unique literary style and profound insights into criminal psychology. Sayers' detective novels typically feature the character of Valery West, a female detective, whose stories offer not only suspenseful plots but also delve into moral and philosophical issues. more

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Book:The Documents in the Case

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