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“You know what they say at [Alcoholics Anonymous] meetings. Coincidence is your Higher Power acting with anonymity.' 'I didn't know you were in the program.' 'I'm not. I go for the dialogue. It's great material.”

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Book:Robicheaux

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James Lee Burke

James Lee Burke is an American author born on December 5, 1936. Known for his unique detective and crime novels, Burke's works are renowned for their deep Southern setting and complex character development. more

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