Everybody's idea of a great book is different, of course. For me it's one that makes my jaw drop on every page, the writing is so original. (Carl Hiaasen)

Everybody's idea of a great book is different, of course. For me it's one that makes my jaw drop on every page, the writing is so original.

Carl Hiaasen

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