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Quote by Sherwood Smith

“Everyone is an idiot," I stated. "Except me.”

Quote by Sherwood Smith

Book:The Trouble with Kings

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The Trouble with Kings

This book delves into the internal dynamics of a royal household, examining the challenges and conflicts that arise from the pursuit of power and the responsibilities of leadership. more

Author

Sherwood Smith is an American author known for her fantasy and science fiction novels. Born in 1951, she began writing in 1983. Smith's works often explore themes of gender, power, and social structures. more

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