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“Repetition is sometimes the best way to deal with the Luideag: just keep saying the same thing over and over until she gets fed up and gives you what you want. All preschoolers have an instinctive grasp of this concept, but most don’t practice it on immortal water demons. That’s probably why there are so few disembowelments in your average preschool.”

Quote by Mira Grant

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Mira Grant is an American author known for her works in science fiction and horror. Her novels often blend political satire with elements of science fiction, earning her a dedicated fan base. more

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