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“You cannot stare evil in the face; it has no face. It has no body, no bones, no blood. Any attempt to describe it ends in glibness and self-delusion.”

Quote by Douglas Preston

Book:The Monster of Florence

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The Monster of Florence

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Douglas Preston

Douglas Preston is an American author born on May 26, 1956. He is renowned for his suspenseful and adventurous novels, which have gained immense popularity among readers. Preston's works, including 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' and 'The Da Vinci Code', are characterized by their unique narrative style and rich imagination. more

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