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“Most of her stepmothers had been more like the ones from the worst fairy tales. It figured that Barnabas had snagged someone genuinely nice this time, who might be wrecked when he cheated. Clem would never understand why he bothered getting married when his inclinations were so clearly polyamorous, but she suspected he wouldn’t enjoy sharing his partner with other people; he just wanted to get more than he gave. Maybe that was even part of the fun.”

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Book:Boss Witch
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Boss Witch

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Ann Aguirre
Ann Aguirre

Ann Aguirre, born on August 27, 1970, is a renowned science fiction and fantasy author from the United States. Her works are known for their unique worldviews and rich imagination, which have won her a dedicated fan base. more

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