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“She’s got some Cross Guns in her veins, too. What this means, Gabe knows, it’s that she’s going to reach an age where she’ll want to take the world in her teeth and shake until she tears a hunk of something off for herself. And then, whether it’s good or bad, whether it’s a scholarship or a five-year bid in state or two kids in as many years, she’ll sit in the corner by herself and chew it down, dare anybody to say this isn’t exactly what she wanted.”

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Book:The Only Good Indians
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The Only Good Indians

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Stephen Graham Jones
Stephen Graham Jones

Stephen Graham Jones, born in 1972, is an American author known for his works in the horror and supernatural genres. His writing style is unique, often blending reality with fantasy and exploring the darker aspects of human nature. Jones has gained popularity among readers with his works that are praised for their distinctive interpretation of horror elements and profound thematic explorations. more

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