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“Even without Lotty's adjuration, I would have stuck to side streets: simply moving my head between the side mirrors started the throbbing in my eye again. Spenser never complained about pain, I reminded myself, nor Marlowe, let alone Kate Fansler. Suck it up Warshawski, don't let those WASPS show up the Pollacks.”

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Sara Paretsky
Sara Paretsky

Sara Paretsky, born on June 8, 1947, is a renowned American author known for her crime novels. Her works, particularly the V.I. Warshawski series, have gained her recognition for their unique female perspective and social commentary. more

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