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“Pender laughed. "Verify? In this day and age? Who cares about verifying anything? It's all about the speed. Who gets there first defines the truth. You know that as well as any man living.”

Quote by David Baldacci

Book:The Whole Truth

Work

The Whole Truth

This novel explores themes of truth, lies, and moral ambiguity through a compelling narrative that keeps readers engaged throughout its pages. more

Author

David Baldacci is an American best-selling author known for his suspense, thriller, and crime novels. His works are highly popular with readers, frequently topping the New York Times bestseller list. more

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