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The Unspoken Name
The Unspoken Name | A. K. Larkwood
A. K. Larkwood's The Unspoken Name is a stunning debut fantasy about an orc priestess turned wizard's assassin. What if you knew how and when you will die? Csorwe doesshe will climb the mountain, enter the Shrine of the Unspoken, and gain the most honored title: sacrifice. But on the day of her foretold death, a powerful mage offers her a new fate. Leave with him, and live. Turn away from her destiny and her god to become a thief, a spy, an assassinthe wizard's loyal sword. Topple an empire, and help him reclaim his seat of power. But Csorwe will soon learngods remember, and if you live long enough, all debts come due. The vein of Le Guin's magnificent Tombs of Atuanif Arha the Eaten One got to grow up to be a swordswoman mercenary in thrall to her dubious wizard mentor. I love this book so much."Arkady Martine, author of A Memory Called Empire Hooked me in from the first page and never let go. Fabulous, in every meaning of the word."Jenn Lyons, author of Ruin of Kings At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
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Bookreader0074
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This was a great book. It had a few twists and ended up in a manner that I was not expecting. I enjoyed every moment of it.

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PuddleJumper
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#AlphabetGame #LetterU

Really innovative world building

@Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks

Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks Thank you for playing 📚 2y
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PuddleJumper
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Mehso-so

A Stargate like travel system with orcs, magic, and gods should have checked all the boxes for me but this fell a bit flat

The world build is really cool and inventive which makes the book interesting.

I don't know if it was the voices or the writing that didn't work for me. It wasn't a favourite which I'm disappointed about. I really wanted to enjoy it

August 2022 #bookspin @TheAromaofBooks

TheAromaofBooks I'm always sad when I want to like a book more than I actually like it. 2y
Kenyazero I wanted to love this book more too! It‘s got a lot going for it and I have no doubt that it is a top fave for some readers. 2y
PuddleJumper @TheAromaofBooks Same. Especially when it's recommended by a friend with similar taste in books, I feel like I just misunderstand something when I don't enjoy it 😅 2y
PuddleJumper @Kenyazero Yeah, it sounds awesome. I'm glad other people enjoy it as it is an interesting fantasy book 2y
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Twainy
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These are hands down the best stenciled edges I‘ve ever seen. It‘s also a signed & numbered duology! Christmas came early for me. ❤️

Texreader Gorgeous! 2y
Twainy @Texreader and that‘s a terrible picture lol rushed at work 😫 2y
Enchanted_Bibliophile 😍 This is beautiful! 2y
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Twainy @Enchanted_Bibliophile I found the audiobook for the first book for $7.49 so I don‘t need to wait until the weekend to read it 😁 2y
Enchanted_Bibliophile Lucky! 🍀 These books seem to be destined for you. I've added them to my TBR, it sounds pretty interesting. 2y
Rehesina 😍😍😍 2y
truthinfiction Oh boy!!! This is so damn gorgeous. My eyebrows shot up so far over my forehead when I saw this. Absolute stunners!!! 2y
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CaitlinSiem
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If Stargate and A Darker Shade of Magic joined and added in active gods, that might describe this book. That should‘ve worked for me! I went into it expecting it to!

But alas. I was frustrated for most of this book. The writing voice was so passive and the main character was extremely boring. Most of the characters were. I just didn‘t care. And then a few things happened that absolutely pissed me off. So yeah. It was a no from me.

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Nutmegnc
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Just read about the sequel to The Unspoken Name. Feb 18! Can‘t wait.

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Kenyazero
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When a mysterious stranger rescues Csorwe from a sacrificial death, she devotes her new life to his murky quest. This is the kind of book that made me ask "what was the point of everything else, then?" more than once. It is a pretty epic story, and I enjoyed having queer characters simply exist without their queerness being a major point of contention. This book wasn't for me (I thought for sure it would be!), but it's an excellent read. #LGBTQ

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Nutmegnc
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All the cool kids get a free monthly book from Tor.com newsletter. This one‘s a pretty unusual premise and also #lgbtqia. @Soubhiville had a pretty great description: “Need a fantasy with Orcs, gods that actually speak to their disciples, flying ships, portal mazes, political intrigue, spies, and queer relationships that aren‘t even remarkable because that‘s just who the characters are? Here it is. “

GingerAntics This actually sounds pretty good. 3y
LazyOwl Yeah, this was great, I really enjoyed this ine 3y
Soubhiville ❤️ Aw, shucks 😊. I really enjoyed it. 3y
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Soubhiville
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Need a fantasy with Orcs, gods that actually speak to their disciples, flying ships, portal mazes, political intrigue, spies, and queer relationships that aren‘t even remarkable because that‘s just who the characters are? Here it is.

I really enjoyed this audiobook and I‘ll read the sequel assuming there is one. 👍👍

LazyOwl I really enjoyed this one as well. I read last year sometime. Thoroughly enjoyable. 3y
NovelGirl82 I‘ve had this in my tbr since it released! It sounds like I may need to move it up! 3y
Hooked_on_books Really cool cover 3y
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Soubhiville
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“A waxen mask of distaste, belonging to someone who had not only seen a maggot, but who was resigned to seeing maggots everyday and had begun to be disappointed in their quality.”

This line made me laugh out loud and also kind of cringe.

(Image found on Pinterest, the artist is Bluesssatan on Instagram. I thought about finding an image of maggots, but thought better of it)

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rachelsbrittain
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Neat sound free ebook over on Tor.com

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BookmarkTavern
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I have never heard of Tor‘s Book of the Month, but it looks exciting!

Download a free mobi or ePub copy before 11:59 PM ET, March 5th, 2021.

For whatever reason, the mobi edition is not working for me right now, so if it doesn‘t work for you, I would try again a little later. ❤️

Available only in the US and Canada.

https://ebookclub.tor.com #torbookclub

MsMelissa Thanks for posting about this! 3y
LibrarianRyan Mobi is for Kindle. It used to be the exclusive platform for Palm Piolet. So if you use anything other than a Kindle, you want to select Mobi. 3y
BookmarkTavern @LibrarianRyan Yeah, I‘m trying to import it into my Kindle app, and it only says incompatible document type. 3y
LibrarianRyan @ozma.of.oz That's odd. Wonder whats up with that. 3y
LazyOwl I read this a while back and really enjoyed. 3y
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LibrarianRyan
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The FREE ebook from Tor this month is Unspoken Name

Get your copy https://ebookclub.tor.com/?utm_source=exacttarget&utm_medium=eblast&utm_term=tor...

Skyrimir Whoa! Do they do a free e book every month?!? 3y
LibrarianRyan @Skyrimir mostly yes. But not always the same day every month. Sometimes they will do a series and do a different book in the series every day. They did that with the Murderbot books and the Wayward children series. (edited) 3y
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snapsnarlgrowl
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I haven‘t read much swords and sorcery stuff in a while (like a lot of genre fiction it can be hard to find the good stuff amidst all the blatant sexism, racism, and homophobia), but I‘m really enjoying this one.

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CaseyTheCanadianLesbrarian
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Pickpick

A wonderful, unique, dark epic fantasy that kept me guessing. Csorwe starts out a meek orc priestess destined to die at age 14 as a sacrifice. A mage politician, Sethennai, dares her to run and work for him. For years she does his bidding of espionage/murder but without feeling valued. When on assignment (with frenemy Tal), she meets a powerful mage whose life is to be cut short like Csorwe's. Adventure, shifting loyalties, and queer love ensue.

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CaseyTheCanadianLesbrarian
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I've started and bailed on quite a few books lately but I'm hoping this one is gonna grab me! It's got high praise from authors whose books I've really liked, like Arkady Martine and Tamsyn Muir. Plus, orc priestess turned wizard assassin?? And queer content? #QueerBooks #LGBTQBooks #LGBTQ #Fantasy

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Shadowfat
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This started off a little slow but I really started to enjoyed it after Csorwe was older and more capable of things. I do think it could have been a little shorter and been ok, but I'm glad I read it. @hwestfall my fiance will go to the post office for me either tomorrow or Wednesday to mail it to you. @InBooksILive @aeeklund #lmpbc

InBooksILive Totally agree with this review! The beginning was rough. I had to push thru and make myself continue 4y
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LazyOwl
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I so enjoyed this book
I loved the character of Csorwe. I thought the pacing was perfect & the story was easy to follow. I easily connected with the characters & enjoyed the relationship & struggles between Csorwe & Talasseres who had a bit of a rivalry but also grudging respect for each other
I liked that the story was diverse but didn't make a big deal out of it & was the norm for the society in this story
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LazyOwl I just really enjoyed all aspects of this & I hope there is more to come 4y
Mitch Sounds good! And a lovely cover 😍 4y
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Godpants
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Mehso-so

I didn‘t dislike this one, but I also didn‘t feel super compelled by it? It had its moments but it‘s not really the style of fantasy that I like (even if I can‘t quite place why.)

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Briary
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And just in time for weekend, the rest of my book order found its way home. 📚👾

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Godpants
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Ready to dive into this fantasy. I haven‘t read fantasy in awhile and it‘s one of my favourite genres so I‘m very excited

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danibel
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Currently reading (listening on audio)

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InBooksILive
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I‘m about halfway done with this one! It‘s been an interesting read so far. It‘s definitely kept my attention. I‘m enjoying it ☺️ Talasseres is quite an amusing character.

#lmpbc #round8 #groupf
@hwestfall @aeeklund @Shadowfat how‘re your books so far? (If you‘ve started them yet, of course)

Shadowfat I've only barely started. I keep falling asleep before I have a chance to read anything! 4y
InBooksILive @Shadowfat oh no lol you've got plenty of time still though 😊 4y
Shadowfat @InBooksILive were you sending your book to me? I wanted to check in since I haven't seen anything in the mail. 4y
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InBooksILive @Shadowfat yes! It should be there any day. I haven't gotten @aeeklund pick and I'm not able to get ahold of them. I'm not sure if they're still participating. So whoever sent to them may have to send to me instead. - 4y
aeeklund @InBooksILive Sorry!! Still here. Haven‘t been able to send due to COVID lockdown where I am. Not sure how we should proceed here... Anyone have thoughts? I am so sorry for the delay. @Shadowfat @hwestfall 4y
InBooksILive @aeeklund I'm just glad you are safe and okay!! You're completely unable to send the books? 4y
InBooksILive @aeeklund I'm not sure what to do if you're unable.. what do you want to do?? 4y
hwestfall @aeeklund I am sorry. I should have checked in with you before I sent my book. We can do whatever you think is best. 4y
aeeklund YOU GUYS. My bookstore got one of the grants and wants me back (protected) on site!! I should be able to send it by the end of the week!! *crosses ALL the things* I‘ll send the second book, too. @InBooksILive @Shadowfat @hwestfall Thanks for your patience. I‘m immune-compromised, so we‘re trying to be REALLY careful. 😞 4y
hwestfall @aeeklund I completely understand. I am immune-compromised also but our area is rural and there have been only a couple of cases. We have a bit more freedom to get around than other places. Hope you stay well! 4y
InBooksILive @hwestfall I'm also immune-compromised but my town has also had very few cases, 6 so far, so my towns had a little more freedom as well. @aeeklund yay!! And do not apologize! It is 100% totally understandable right now. 4y
InBooksILive @Shadowfat hey! Has my book not got to you yet? It definitely should've by now, I would've thought. 4y
Shadowfat @InBooksILive I just checked the mail and it arrived today 🙂 4y
InBooksILive @Shadowfat oh thank goodness! I was getting worried! Hope you enjoy it 😊 4y
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RainyDayReading
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Well. Saw that coming. All the schools are shutting down here (WA) for 6 weeks and so are some of the libraries at least through the end of March. I have no idea if my library is affected or not since I‘m slightly outside of Seattle. But still, never hurts to be safe 😜 Loaded up with these guys today juuuust in case. I had to go pick up the tagged book since it was on hold for me anyway and the others just sort of wound up in my arms 😁

LiteraryinLawrence Wow, 6 weeks. PA just closed schools for 2 weeks. Stay safe and glad you have lots to read. 💗 4y
BookwormAHN Louisiana closed schools for a month. 4y
RainyDayReading @LiteraryinLititz Thanks! I‘m going to try my best! Now the trick is deciding which one to start with 🤣 4y
RainyDayReading @BookwormAHN Wow! Our news here is nothing but what‘s happening in WA. Whipping everybody up into a frenzy 🙄 I had no idea any other places were closing schools for that long too. Kinda crazy to think about. 4y
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InBooksILive
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This book is already very good, and I‘m only 100 pages in. I‘m excited to finally be reading it and I can‘t wait for you guys to read it too @Shadowfat @aeeklund @hwestfall I should‘ve went with my gut before when I was first choosing because I was going to pick this one but I decided last second not to and went with the other one. Very happy with my new choice!

#lmpbc #round8 #groupf

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JSW
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Fantastic and fantastical! I loved it. Orcs, revenants, Magic, blood, power, strange portals, weird old religions/cults, and creepy Lovecraftian monsters. What a blast this was to read.

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Branwen
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Pickpick

Wow. What a fantastic fantasy! I loved everything about it! Such a unique and refreshing story. And lots of LGBTQ representation! Everything about the worldbuilding was just really interesting-the races, the cultures, the cities, the religions- I just wish the book was longer because I didn't want to leave this world!

LauraBrook Dang, this sounds sooo good! 4y
Branwen @LauraBrook It really really is! 😀 4y
GrilledCheeseSamurai I just finished it too & really enjoyed it. The world(s) and the lore was what really hooked me. ⭐⭐⭐⭐/5 4y
Branwen @GrilledCheeseSamurai Yes, same here! It was all so fascinating! 4y
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GrilledCheeseSamurai
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Bed. ✔️
Kindle. ✔️
Chill music. ✔️
Green Lantern pj's. ✔️

Everything a growing boy needs. 👌

wanderinglynn Love the pjs! 👍🏻💚 4y
nelehelen Looks pretty perfect! 4y
Geenie 💖👍 4y
Chrissyreadit 👏🙌🥳 4y
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Branwen
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The party continues! I've got all the cleaning, laundry, and grocery shopping done...so I've got the whole rest of the weekend to read, read, read! (And snack!) 😁💕📚 #litsypartyofone @Lynnsoprano @MrBook

vivastory I also finished my adulting this afternoon. Books (& snacks) for the rest of the weekend!! 👍📚 4y
Branwen @vivastory It's such a fantastic feeling! 😍💕📚 4y
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Ddzmini
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I really enjoyed this story. This book contains several different types of characters (acolyte, prioress, wizards, librarians, scholars, inquisitors, serpents (that talk), mercenaries, undead, half-dead, and others, which, keeps the storyline interesting and involving. Overall I will look for more books by A. K. Lakewood, in the future.

Gissy Ok! No more to say....I need this book😜 4y
Ddzmini @Gissy yes it‘s a winner 4y
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Branwen
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It was finally warm enough today to take a walk in the park and read outside! 😍📚💕

ju.ca.no So nice!😍 4y
Suet624 I‘m so happy for you! 4y
JacqMac I‘m a little bit jealous. Winter is toooo long. 4y
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ljuliel We had a great weather weekend too for this early ! 4y
Branwen @ju.ca.no It really was! 😍 @Suet624 Thank you so much, friend! 😀 @JacqMac I agree, it really is! After awhile I start to miss the sunshine so much! 😧 @ljuliel Yay! I'm glad! I hope you got to enjoy it! 😀 4y
DieAReader @JacqMac I think winter is way too long. Overrated in my opinion as well. 4y
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Ddzmini
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This sounds so interesting I‘m starting it now 📖🧐

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TracyReadsBooks
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Pickpick

So here‘s the thing, I liked the book but I‘m not entirely sure I should have. One the one hand, it‘s does upend some standard fantasy tropes in delightful ways, is eminently readable & has an intriguing protagonist. On the other hand, the story almost feels as if it‘s just skimming the surface, as if we are viewing things from some remove, & we never seem to get close enough to really care. A very readable fantasy & a pick but I wanted more.

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TracyReadsBooks
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Up before the sun...fortunately, I have a new book to keep me company!

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Branwen
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Valentine's Day dinner! 😍🍝🍺💕📚

KarouBlue I just bought this book!!!! But I forgot the spaghetti 🍝. Whoops! 🙃 4y
Branwen @MellieAntoinette 🤣😂🤣😂 4y
Crazeedi My favorite dinner!! 4y
Branwen @Crazeedi Mine too! 🍝💕 4y
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Branwen
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Valentine's Day gifts from my boyfriend! 😍 Chocolate-Pokemon-Fantasy book! I guess it's safe to say he knows me well! 😁📚💕

GrilledCheeseSamurai 👏👏👏 4y
Crazeedi Awesome! Happy Valentine's day dear friend!💕💕💕 4y
Branwen @Crazeedi Thank you so much! 💕 4y
DaveGreen7777 Happy Valentine‘s Day, Becky! 😀 4y
Branwen @DaveGreen7777 Thank you my dear! *hugs* Same to you! 🤗💖💕 4y
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GrilledCheeseSamurai
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Got myself a Valentine's day present. ❤️

Things are getting serious. I think I might be the one. 🥰

This will be my next read. It just came out and I've been looking forward to it for some time now. 🤘

Branwen I got this book today too! 😁👏📚💕 4y
Centique 😂😂 love it! 4y
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esurient
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Oh heck, this released earlier this week and I
n e e d it.

https://us.macmillan.com/excerpt?isbn=9781250238917