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“Now What?" Kerensky said. "We wait," Dahl said. "For how long?" Kerensky said, " As long as dramatically appropriate," Dahl said.”

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Book:Redshirts
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Redshirts

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John Scalzi
John Scalzi

John Scalzi, born on May 10, 1969, is a renowned science fiction author from the United States. His works are known for their humor, wit, and profound insights, which have won him a wide audience. His most notable series include the Old Man's War series and the Redshirts series. more

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