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“Grief—both Charlie and Brody knew this well—doesn’t come in the immediacy of the moment. Nor does it send a calling card for later. It arrives unannounced, springing from some unexpected incident, grabbing the heart in moments of total surprise.”

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William Kent Krueger
William Kent Krueger

William Kent Krueger is an American author known for his suspense novels. His works are typically set in Minnesota, combining natural descriptions with deep character development. more

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