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“My calculations - allowing for a 12 percent margin of error, based on the radius of the corresponding confidence interval and the surgeon general's warning - concluded that they probably didn't stay behind for the tacos.”

Quote by Darynda Jones

Book:First Grave on the Right

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First Grave on the Right

This novel follows the adventures of a seasoned private investigator as they navigate through a complex web of intrigue and danger. The story is set in a modern-day setting and explores themes of justice, morality, and the human condition. more

Author

Darynda Jones, born in 1965, is an acclaimed American author known for her unique sense of humor and emotional depth in her novels. Her works have gained widespread attention and praise from readers. more

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