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“The trick to not being discovered until it is too late is to become part of the expected surroundings. Stealth is more the art of blending in with the background than sneaking through dark shadows.”

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Book:King of Foxes
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King of Foxes

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Raymond E. Feist
Raymond E. Feist

Raymond E. Feist, born on December 23, 1945, is a renowned American fantasy author. His works are known for their rich imagination, complex character development, and captivating plots, which have won him a large following among readers. more

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