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“I think people throughout the world identify with my characters.”

Quote by Sidney Sheldon

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Sidney Sheldon was a renowned American writer known for his suspense and romance novels. His works were widely popular and often adapted into films and television series. Born on February 11, 1917, Sheldon passed away on January 30, 2007. more

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