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“Interesting fact from the front lines: raw grief smells like ripped leaves and splintered branches, a jagged green shriek.”

Quote by Tana French

Book:Broken Harbour

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Tana French is an Irish crime novel author known for her distinctive narrative style and deep psychological insights. Her works, often set in Dublin, blend elements of suspense, crime, and psychological analysis, and have gained widespread popularity among readers. more

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