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“Pile up that gold around my head. I must take it with me to pay the ferryman.’ ‘I thought it was just a coin on the eyes or something.’ ‘Inflation. Also, I’ll take up rather a lot of room on the boat.”

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Book:Expecting Someone Taller
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Expecting Someone Taller

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Tom Holt
Tom Holt

Tom Holt is a British novelist known for his humorous and satirical style. Born on September 13, 1961, he has been active in the literary world since the early 1980s. Holt's works span a variety of genres, including fantasy, science fiction, and humorous novels. more

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