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“Humans elect leaders on the basis of the promises they make. We [vampires] try to elect ours based solely on the strength of their character.”

Quote by Darren Shan

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Darren Shan is an Irish author known for his young adult fantasy novels. His works blend elements of horror, adventure, and science fiction, making them highly popular among young readers. more

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