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“You know how they say the grass is always greener on the other side? It is greener, because you're not there. And if you go you'll trample it and leave dirty footprints and probably spill something poisonous.”

Quote by Ekaterina Sedia

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Ekaterina Sedia

Ekaterina Sedia is a Russian author known for her science fiction and fantasy novels. Born on July 9, 1970, she has been writing since the mid-1990s. Sedia's works often explore complex human issues and blend traditional Russian literary elements. more

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