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“People will do amazing things to ensure their survival.”

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Patricia Briggs

Patricia Briggs is an American author known for her works in the fantasy and science fiction genres. Born in 1965, she began publishing her works in 1993. Briggs' novels are celebrated for their complex characters and engaging plots. more

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Book:Ex Libris: Confessions of a Common Reader

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