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“It’s like this. Terror might make someone kill, but love will make someone die. People die for love. They would give up anything for love, even their life. And don’t you see, that’s a denial of the most basic of all human instincts: survival.”

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The Dead Lands

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Benjamin Percy
Benjamin Percy

Benjamin Percy is an American writer born on March 28, 1979. His works encompass novels, short story collections, and essays, known for their unique narrative style and profound exploration of environmental issues. more

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