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Quote by Patricia Briggs

“"Can't sleep with a dead man in my closet." "You killed someone?" asked Ben with interest.”

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Patricia Briggs

Patricia Briggs is an American author known for her works in the fantasy and science fiction genres. Born in 1965, she began publishing her works in 1993. Briggs' novels are celebrated for their complex characters and engaging plots. more

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