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“Questions swirled in my brain like terrified bait minnows in a bucket.”

Quote by Julian May

Book:The Sagittarius Whorl

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The Sagittarius Whorl

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Julian May, born on July 10, 1931, is a renowned science fiction writer. His works are known for their unique cosmic perspective and rich imagination, which have won him a large following among readers. more

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