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“Внезапно он понял, что потребность рассказать все именно ей и возникла оттого, что она придавала этой истории так мало значения. Сочувствие только бы усилило мрачность переживания. А равнодушие к его навязчивым страхам заставило впервые задуматься, уж не являются ли они просто ненужным преувеличением чувств.”

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Death and the Dancing Footman

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Ngaio Marsh
Ngaio Marsh

Ngaio Marsh, a renowned British detective fiction writer, was born on April 23, 1895, in New Zealand, and passed away on February 18, 1982. Her works are known for their intricate plots and complex character development, having a profound impact on the development of detective fiction. more

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