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“I'm not talking about dislike. If you stand for anything at all, there will be people who dislike you," she said impatiently. "I chose the word hate because I meant it.”

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A Christmas Gathering

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Anne Perry
Anne Perry

Anne Perry, born on October 28, 1938, is a renowned British author known for her crime novels. Her works, particularly historical crime novels set in the Victorian era, have gained great popularity among readers. Perry has won numerous awards for her crime novels, including the Golden Dagger Award and the Edward Christie Award. Her novels are praised for their tight plots and detailed historical settings, making her a pioneer in the genre of Victorian-era crime fiction. more

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