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“The doctor will persist in laboring under the delusion that patients want common sense instead of magic.”

Quote by Rae Foley

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Rae Foley (1900–1978) was an American author known for her suspense novels. Born in New York as Elsie Rae Foley, she wrote over 30 books, including 'The Hundredth Door' and 'The First Mrs. Winston.' Her works often explore family secrets and moral dilemmas, blending psychological tension with domestic settings. Foley's concise style and plot twists earned her a loyal readership. She remains a notable figure in mid-20th-century popular fiction. more

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