Chapter 33, “Khatovar: Leave-taking” (p. 488)
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I did not expect them to try anything but I am alive at my age because I make a habit of being ready for trouble when it seems most unlikely.
— Glen Cook
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About Glen Cook
Glen Charles Cook (born July 9, 1944) is a contemporary American science fiction and fantasy writer, best known for The Black Company and Garrett P.I. fantasy series.
About Glen Cook
Glen Charles Cook (born July 9, 1944) is a contemporary American science fiction and fantasy writer, best known for The Black Company and Garrett P.I. fantasy series.
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