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“He walked back to the rear door of the diner and lit his cigarette. He inhaled deeply, exhaled again and watched the smoke break up and disappear into nothing. Hell, he thought, and smiled nostalgically. That age he would have done the same damned thing himself.”

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Book:Bad Signs
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R.J. Ellory
R.J. Ellory

R.J. Ellory, whose real name is Roberts James Ellory, is a British author born on June 20, 1965. He is known for his intricate narrative techniques and profound character development. His works span various literary genres, including crime, historical, and suspense novels. more

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