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“Wrong body. Invasion of the Body Snatchers, directed by Don Siegel, 1956." I did not like being compared to a black-and-white horror film, but I'd just been told not to argue with the harpy.”

Quote by Rick Riordan

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The Tyrant’s Tomb

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Rick Riordan
Rick Riordan

Rick Riordan, born on June 5, 1964, is an American author known for his works that blend mythology and fantasy elements. His most famous series, 'Percy Jackson & the Olympians,' combines Greek mythology with the experiences of modern teenagers. more

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