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“Norrigal’s eyes popped wide when I stabbed him deep in the chest with the rondel dagger eight or nine times before he could comment.”

Quote by Christopher Buehlman

Book:The Blacktongue Thief

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The Blacktongue Thief

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Christopher Buehlman

Christopher Buehlman is an American playwright known for his works in the genres of suspense and horror. Born in 1969, he graduated from the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University. Buehlman's works often blend literary and dramatic elements, enjoying popularity among readers and audiences. more

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