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“But it's natural for men to compete against each other. We've been doing it since the cave days. Why else do we have wars? Wars are competition, no matter what the politicians call them.”

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Iris Johansen
Iris Johansen

Iris Johansen is an American author known for her suspense novels. Born on April 7, 1938, she has published over 50 books since her debut in 1975. Johansen's works are characterized by complex plots and vivid character development, which have won her a wide readership. more

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