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“I grabbed my napkin and managed to pretend to sneeze which had the added effect of covering up most of my face which was surely completely beet red with embarrassment at this point. Yeah, I was classy and suave like that. Jesus Christ, Angel, get a grip!”

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Book:My Life as a White Trash Zombie
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My Life as a White Trash Zombie

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Diana Rowland
Diana Rowland

Diana Rowland, born on October 20, 1966, is a talented writer whose works span across genres such as fantasy, science fiction, and horror, enjoying great popularity among readers. more

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Book:My Life as a White Trash Zombie
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“Angel, I have no idea how you can stand this stench,” he said. “Derrel’s been doing this for long enough that I think he doesn’t have any smell receptors left, but you . . . ?” He grimaced as he snapped pictures of the skull and the injury while I held the body in position for him. “You are one tough chick.” Then his eyes crinkled, and even though he had the mask on, I could tell he was grinning at me. “Or maybe you’re seriously sick and twisted, in which case you are so in the right line of work.” I laughed. “Gotta be the second one,” I said. “I’m not tough!”

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