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“The brave could admit fear. Fear was part of being human. Only the coward and the fool denied fear.”

Book:Crossroads and Other Tales of Valdemar

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Crossroads and Other Tales of Valdemar

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Mercedes Lackey

Mercedes Lackey is an American fantasy author known for her rich imagination and profound character development. Her works span a wide range of genres from children's literature to adult fantasy, with her most famous series including 'The DRUID Sequence' and 'The Elven Knight Series'. Lackey's writing is praised for its respect for diverse cultures and its focus on gender equality. more

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Source: The Lover

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Book:The Cossacks

Source: The Cossacks

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