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“I'm at the atheist end of the agnostic spectrum.”

Quote by Sara Paretsky

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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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