I like terrific writing, but I also like a terrific story. My favorite books have both, and they're by contemporary, commercial American writers. (Lisa Scottoline)

I like terrific writing, but I also like a terrific story. My favorite books have both, and they're by contemporary, commercial American writers.

Lisa Scottoline

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