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“It's good enough. It has to be, doesn't it? You see, lad, Aes Sedai are tricksome. They don't lie, not right out, but the truth an Aes Sedai tells you is not always the truth you think it is. You take care around her." "I've heard the stories," Rand retorted. "I'm not a child.”

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Book:The Eye of the World
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The Eye of the World

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Robert Jordan
Robert Jordan

Robert Jordan was an American author best known for his epic fantasy novel series, 'The Wheel of Time'. His works are celebrated for their complex characters, richly developed worlds, and profound philosophical themes. more

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Book:How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America
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