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“That was the trouble with moving houses; no matter how carefully you packed the books, they never ended up on the new shelves in quite the right place.”

Quote by Val McDermid

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Val McDermid is a renowned British crime writer, known for her suspense and thriller novels. Born on June 4, 1955, she has been publishing works since 1987, gaining recognition for her contributions to the genre. more

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